Low Fat Tuna Tataki

Elevate your healthy eating game with this flavor-packed Low Fat Tuna Tataki recipe, a light yet satisfying dish perfect for sushi lovers and low-calorie meal seekers alike. Featuring seared sushi-grade tuna coated in nutty sesame seeds, this recipe combines bold flavors with a delicate texture. A zesty marinade made from low sodium soy sauce, lime juice, rice vinegar, and fresh ginger adds a tangy, umami-rich finish, while a quick sear locks in the tuna's natural freshness. With just 10 minutes of prep and 5 minutes of cooking time, this dish is ideal for busy weeknight dinners or an impressive appetizer for guests. Garnish with thinly sliced scallions and serve over mixed greens for a vibrant, restaurant-quality presentation that’s healthy, low-fat, and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for those looking for easy tuna recipes, low-calorie seafood dishes, and healthy Japanese-inspired cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 300 grams tuna steak (sushi-grade)
• 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional, for light flavor)
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon white or black sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon scallions (thinly sliced)
• 1 teaspoon neutral oil (e.g., canola or avocado oil)
• 2 cups mixed greens (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the tuna steak dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture. This step helps achieve a good sear.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together low sodium soy sauce, lime juice, rice vinegar, sesame oil (if using), grated ginger, and minced garlic. Set aside to be used as a marinade and dipping sauce.

Step 3

Sprinkle sesame seeds evenly across a plate. Gently press the tuna steak onto the sesame seeds to coat all sides evenly.

Step 4

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the neutral oil. Allow the oil to heat until it starts shimmering but not smoking.

Step 5

Place the sesame-coated tuna in the skillet and sear for 20-30 seconds on each side. The goal is to sear the outside while leaving the inside rare to medium-rare. Do not overcook for best flavor and texture.

Step 6

Immediately remove the tuna from the skillet and transfer to a cutting board. Allow it to rest for 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Using a sharp knife, slice the tuna steak thinly into approximately 1/4-inch slices.

Step 8

Arrange the sliced tuna on a serving plate. Optionally, serve over a bed of mixed greens.

Step 9

Drizzle some of the prepared marinade over the tuna slices and garnish with thinly sliced scallions.

Step 10

Serve immediately, pairing the tuna with the remaining marinade as a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(879.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	665.7

Total Fat 18.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 150mg	0%
Sodium 1471.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 3.2g
Protein 103.1g	0%

Vitamin D 600IU	0%
Calcium 539.2mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 2752.4mg	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: 24.0%

Protein: 61.2%

Carbs: 14.8%