Tuna Rice Cabbage Rolls

Tuna Rice Cabbage Rolls

Refresh your meal routine with these crisp, colorful low-FODMAP tuna rice cabbage rolls that are 100% SIBO-friendly. Tender, blanched Napa cabbage leaves are stuffed with a savory, protein-rich tuna salad made with mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, green onion tops, and toasted sesame oil. Combined with fluffy white rice, sweet shredded carrots, and crisp cucumber, then rolled up tight and sprinkled with sesame seeds, this single-serving dish delivers a light, sushi-inspired lunch full of satisfying crunch.

Created to make gut-friendly eating both effortless and exciting, this gluten-free and dairy-free tuna roll provides a clean balance of lean protein and gentle carbs without triggering digestive discomfort. By swapping high-FODMAP traditional wrappers or garlic seasonings for soft Napa cabbage, green onion tops, and gut-safe portions of fresh veggies, you get a gut-nourishing meal completely free of bloating, gas, or IBS flare-ups. It is an ideal, quick-prep choice for anyone following a strict SIBO meal plan, managing food sensitivities, or looking for a portable, prep-ahead lunch.

Yield 3 cabbage rolls
Serving Size 1
Servings 1
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes (blanching)
Total Time 17 minutes

Estimated Nutrition

  • Calories: 360 kcal

  • Total Fat: 18g

    • Saturated Fat: 3g

    • Trans Fat: 0g

  • Cholesterol: 40mg

  • Sodium: 420mg

  • Total Carbohydrates: 28g

    • Dietary Fiber: 3g

    • Sugars: 4g

  • Protein: 24g

Ingredients

            Tuna Filling

  • 4 oz. Canned Tuna in Water, drained
  • 2 tbsps. Mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp. Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 tbsp. Sliced Green Onion Tops
  • ¼ tsp. Sesame Oil
  • Salt and Black Pepper, to taste

            Rolls

  • 3 Small Napa Cabbage Leaves
  • ½ Cup Cooked White Rice, cooled
  • ¼ Cup Shredded Carrots
  • ¼ Cup Thinly Sliced Cucumber
  • 1 tsp. Sesame Seeds

Preparation

Step 1

Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil.

Step 2

Blanch the Napa cabbage leaves for 1–2 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Transfer the leaves to cold water and pat dry.

Step 4

In a bowl, combine the tuna, mayonnaise, lemon juice, green onion tops, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.

Step 5

Place one cabbage leaf on a clean work surface.

Step 6

Place approximately one-third of the rice down the center.

Step 7

Add one-third of the tuna mixture, carrots, and cucumber.

Step 8

Fold the sides inward and roll tightly from the bottom.

Step 9

Repeat with the remaining ingredients.

Step 10

Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Step 11

Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.

 

**All recipes are designed to be low-FODMAP when prepared in the specified serving sizes. Individual tolerance may vary.
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