Low Sodium Sweet and Spicy Tuna

Elevate your seafood nights with this Low Sodium Sweet and Spicy Tuna recipe—a deliciously balanced dish packed with bold flavors and heart-healthy ingredients. Fresh tuna fillets are marinated in a vibrant blend of honey, low sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a kick of chili flakes, then seared to perfection for a quick and easy dinner that's ready in just 20 minutes. With a touch of fresh ginger and garlic, a sesame seed garnish, and a drizzle of thickened marinade, this dish offers a perfect harmony of sweetness and heat without compromising on sodium levels. Serve this nutritious tuna dish with steamed vegetables or rice for a flavorful, wholesome meal tailored for health-conscious food lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (6 oz each) Fresh tuna fillets
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (fresh, minced)
• 2 teaspoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Green onions (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together honey, low sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili flakes, garlic powder, and minced ginger to create the marinade.

Step 2

Pat the tuna fillets dry with a paper towel and place them in a shallow dish.

Step 3

Pour the marinade over the tuna fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Remove the tuna fillets from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off, and reserve the remaining marinade for later use.

Step 6

Sear the tuna fillets in the skillet for about 2-3 minutes per side, depending on your desired level of doneness (medium-rare or fully cooked).

Step 7

While the tuna cooks, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan and bring it to a boil. Let it cook for 1-2 minutes to thicken slightly, then remove it from the heat.

Step 8

Plate the cooked tuna fillets and drizzle the thickened marinade over the top.

Step 9

Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the tuna for garnish.

Step 10

Serve immediately with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete, low-sodium meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(180.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	505.8

Total Fat 30.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 28.3mg	0%
Sodium 612.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 35.1g
Protein 19.8g	0%

Vitamin D 113.4IU	0%
Calcium 39.2mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 430.1mg	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: 53.2%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 31.6%