Teresa's Recipes
Seared Ahi Tuna Salad with Asian Dressing
Experience a world of vibrant flavors with this Seared Ahi Tuna Salad. This dish brings together the freshness of the sea and the zest of Asian cuisine. Perfectly seared Ahi tuna is the star, set atop a colorful canvas of mixed salad greens, creamy avocado, crunchy cucumbers, and shredded carrots. Each bite is elevated by a tangy-sweet dressing that combines the punch of garlic and ginger with the smoothness of honey and the zest of lemon juice. It's a symphony of textures and flavors that makes for a refreshing yet satisfying meal, ideal for a light lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 clove, minced Garlic
- 1 teaspoon, grated Fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 large, shredded Carrot
- 1 medium, sliced Cucumber
- 1 ripe, sliced Avocado
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- 2 (6-ounce) steaks Ahi tuna steaks
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 2
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Calories: 500
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 50g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Sugar: 10g
Instructions
- To prepare the dressing, whisk together the minced garlic, grated ginger, honey, lemon juice, and soy sauce in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Press the ahi tuna steaks into the sesame seeds to coat both sides evenly.
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over high heat. Once hot, sear the tuna steaks for 1-2 minutes on each side, or to your desired level of doneness. Then, transfer to a cutting board and allow to rest.
- Slice the seared tuna into thin slices.
- In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, sliced avocado, sliced cucumber, and shredded carrot.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Place the sliced ahi tuna on top of the salad.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with additional sesame seeds if desired.