Gluten-Free Seared Tuna with Sesame Crust

Elevate your dinner table with this vibrant and flavor-packed Gluten-Free Seared Tuna with Sesame Crust. Perfectly fresh tuna steaks are marinated in a zingy tamari, lime, and ginger blend, then delicately encased in a crunchy black and white sesame seed crust. Searing the tuna in avocado oil locks in the flavors while achieving a beautifully crisp exterior, all in under 5 minutes of cooking time. This quick yet sophisticated dish is not only gluten-free but also full of healthy, nutrient-dense ingredients, making it a great choice for seafood lovers. Serve it over a bed of greens or pair it with your favorite gluten-free side dish, and don’t forget the sprinkle of fresh green onions for added brightness. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or indulging in a weeknight treat, this recipe shows that healthy eating can be effortlessly gourmet.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (6 oz each) fresh tuna steaks
• 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons gluten-free tamari sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a shallow dish, combine the gluten-free tamari sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, fresh lime juice, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 2

Place the tuna steaks in the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Allow them to marinate at room temperature for 10 minutes.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the black and white sesame seeds together.

Step 4

Remove the tuna steaks from the marinade and press both sides into the sesame seed mixture, making sure they are evenly coated.

Step 5

Heat the avocado oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Once the oil is hot, place the sesame-crusted tuna steaks into the skillet. Sear for about 1-2 minutes on each side for rare, or longer if desired.

Step 7

Remove the tuna from the skillet and let rest for a minute before slicing.

Step 8

Serve the seared tuna over a bed of greens or alongside your favorite gluten-free side dish, and garnish with sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(482.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1094.1

Total Fat 75.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 129.3mg	0%
Sodium 3182.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 14.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.7g	0%
Total Sugars 0.7g
Protein 90.3g	0%

Vitamin D 772.2IU	0%
Calcium 403.0mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 2048.7mg	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: 61.9%

Protein: 32.8%

Carbs: 5.3%