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Meet the viralTrader Joe’s Kimbap, a Korean tofu and vegetable rice roll wrapped in seaweed. While perusing the grocery chain’s aisles the other day, I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw the product fully stocked in the freezer section. Finally, finally, finally, I was mere hours away from trying the veggie roll that I’ve been dreaming about.
Before I go into my review, let’s clarify a few things. If you’re wondering exactly what kimbap is, it’s a large maki sushi roll made with rice seasoned with sesame oil, and it can have a variety of customizable fillings. Trader Joe’s version highlights fried tofu, burdock, stir-fried carrots, pickled radish and spinach.
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The listed serving size is 3 pieces of the roll … but let’s be real: who isn’t eating a full roll (is that just a me thing?). So here is the nutritional information for the 9-piece Trader Joe’s Kimbap:
Let’s start with the pros. TJ’s Kimbap is a great source of plant-based protein thanks to the tofu, so it’ll definitely be a satisfying meal. Plus, due to its veggie-forward ingredients, it provides a good source of fiber.Fiberis essential for gut health, healthy digestion and weight loss or maintenance, depending on your goals.
However, this sushi roll is a little high in sodium, as the American Heart Association recommends no more than 2,300 milligrams a day.So if you want to eat the full roll like me, we suggest limiting your sodium intake throughout the day for a balanced eating pattern.
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OK, I’ll stop stalling. Here’s my review.
For only $3.99, it’s a clear yes: I’m definitely buying this fulfilling dinner again. To take it up a notch next time, I may even pair it with aspinach side saladfor more crispiness and freshness on my plate. Safe to say, it’s officially added to the grocery list alongside myfavorite high-protein drinkandfavorite cheesefrom Trader Joe’s.
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