Paleo Spicy Tuna
Savor the bold and refreshing flavors of Paleo Spicy Tuna, a quick and wholesome appetizer or light meal perfect for clean eating enthusiasts. This vibrant dish combines tender cubes of fresh sushi-grade tuna with a creamy, zesty Paleo-friendly sauce made from avocado oil mayonnaise, sriracha, and coconut aminos. Enhanced with a squeeze of lime and garnished with crisp cucumber slices, creamy avocado, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, this recipe is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes and served either as-is or alongside seaweed sheets for a fun DIY hand-roll experience, this gluten-free, grain-free recipe is the perfect blend of spicy, tangy, and umami flavors. Ideal for Paleo diet followers or anyone who craves a healthy yet indulgent treat, this dish brings fresh, high-quality ingredients to life in every bite.
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Ingredients
- 250 grams fresh sushi-grade tuna
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil mayonnaise (Paleo-friendly)
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (Paleo-friendly)
- 1 teaspoon coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon green onions, finely sliced
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 0.5 lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
- 4 seaweed sheets or nori (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Using a sharp knife, dice the fresh sushi-grade tuna into small cube-sized pieces and set aside.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix together the avocado oil mayonnaise, sriracha, and coconut aminos until smooth to create your Paleo spicy sauce.
Step 3
In a medium-sized bowl, gently toss the diced tuna with the spicy sauce until evenly coated. Add the lime juice and mix lightly.
Step 4
Prepare your garnishes: thinly slice the cucumber, dice the avocado, and finely slice the green onions.
Step 5
To serve, divide the spicy tuna mixture into two portions. Serve on a plate or in a shallow bowl with the cucumber slices and diced avocado arranged on the side.
Step 6
Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Step 7
Optional: Serve the spicy tuna along with seaweed sheets or nori for scooping for a fun, Paleo-style hand roll experience!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (534.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 880.2 |
| Total Fat 58.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 104.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 568.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 23.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.6g | |
| Protein 66.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 567.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 122.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2377.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories