Classic Fish Tartare

Delight in the elegance of French-inspired cuisine with this Classic Fish Tartare, a refreshing appetizer that highlights the natural flavors of fresh sushi-grade tuna or salmon. This no-cook recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, featuring finely diced fish combined with aromatic shallots, briny capers, and a medley of fresh herbs like chives and dill. A vibrant dressing of lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and Dijon mustard ties everything together, while creamy avocado and crisp cucumber add delightful texture. Presented over a bed of microgreens and garnished with lemon wedges, this tartare is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for entertaining or treating yourself to a gourmet dining experience at home, this dish pairs beautifully with crusty bread or crackers for scooping. Whether you're seeking light appetizers or elegant seafood creations, this classic fish tartare is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams fresh sushi-grade fish (such as tuna or salmon)
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon capers, drained and chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 avocado, diced
• 0.5 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
• 50 grams microgreens or mixed salad greens
• 2 lemon wedges, for serving

Directions

Step 1

Begin by chilling a medium-sized mixing bowl in the refrigerator for 10 minutes. This helps keep the fish cold while you prepare the tartare.

Step 2

Using a sharp knife, finely dice the fresh sushi-grade fish into small cubes, about 1/4 inch in size. Place the diced fish in the chilled mixing bowl.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped shallot, capers, chives, and dill to the bowl with the fish.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and Dijon mustard until emulsified. Season this dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the fish mixture and gently toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated without mashing the fish.

Step 6

Fold in the diced avocado and cucumber into the fish mixture, taking care to maintain the shape of both the fish and avocado.

Step 7

Taste the tartare for seasoning and adjust with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.

Step 8

To serve, place a small handful of microgreens or mixed salad greens on each serving plate. Using a ring mold or small bowl, shape the tartare into a neat mound and carefully place it on top of the greens.

Step 9

Garnish each plate with a lemon wedge and serve immediately alongside crusty bread or crackers, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(720.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	991.0

Total Fat 66.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 165mg	0%
Sodium 1694.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 6.3g
Protein 75.3g	0%

Vitamin D 1350IU	0%
Calcium 116.5mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 2585.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.6%

Protein: 29.4%

Carbs: 12.0%