Low Sodium Tuna Tataki

Elevate your seafood game with this *Low Sodium Tuna Tataki*, a light and flavorful dish that's perfect for sushi night at home or as an elegant appetizer. Featuring sashimi-grade tuna loin coated in a crunchy layer of black and white sesame seeds, this recipe offers a healthier twist by using low sodium soy sauce for a perfectly balanced marinade with hints of lime, fresh ginger, and garlic. A quick sear locks in the vibrant flavors while keeping the tuna irresistibly tender and rare inside. Garnished with crisp cucumber, peppery radish slices, and fresh scallions, this dish is not only visually stunning but also heart-healthy, low in salt, and bursting with umami. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a deliciously guilt-free way to enjoy restaurant-quality tataki at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 400 grams Fresh tuna loin (sashimi-grade)
• 3 tablespoons Low sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 3 tablespoons Black and white sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 2 stalks Scallions (thinly sliced)
• 0.5 unit Cucumber (thinly sliced, for garnish)
• 2 units Radish (thinly sliced, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Neutral oil (e.g., avocado or grapeseed oil, for searing)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the low sodium soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create a marinade. Stir well to combine.

Step 2

Pat the tuna loin dry with paper towels and place it in a shallow dish. Pour half of the marinade over the tuna, reserving the other half for serving.

Step 3

Let the tuna marinate for 10 minutes, turning once to coat both sides evenly.

Step 4

On a plate, spread the sesame seeds in an even layer. Remove the tuna from the marinade and gently press all sides into the sesame seeds, coating the exterior.

Step 5

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the neutral oil. Once hot, sear the tuna for 20-30 seconds on each side, just enough to create a crust while keeping the interior rare.

Step 6

Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest for 2 minutes. Using a sharp knife, slice the tuna into thin slices, about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 7

Arrange the tuna slices on a serving plate along with thinly sliced cucumber and radish for garnish.

Step 8

Drizzle the reserved marinade over the tuna and sprinkle with sliced scallions for added freshness.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your low sodium tuna tataki!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(614.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	976.7

Total Fat 45.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 200mg	0%
Sodium 1940.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 16.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g	0%
Total Sugars 2.6g
Protein 126.4g	0%

Vitamin D 800IU	0%
Calcium 358.8mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 2065.1mg	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: 41.9%

Protein: 51.4%

Carbs: 6.7%