Seared Ahi Tuna with Lavender Pepper Crust

Elevate your seafood game with this stunning Seared Ahi Tuna with Lavender Pepper Crust, a restaurant-quality dish you can easily make at home in just 15 minutes. This recipe combines the delicate floral notes of dried culinary lavender with the bold heat of freshly cracked black pepper, creating a perfectly balanced crust that adds unparalleled flavor and texture to the buttery sashimi-grade tuna. Quickly seared in a hot skillet for a golden exterior while keeping the center rare, this dish is finished with a zesty lemon-infused olive oil drizzle and a garnish of fresh microgreens or arugula for a touch of elegance. Perfect for a special occasion or a healthy, gourmet meal, this recipe is as beautiful to serve as it is delicious to eat.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Ahi tuna steaks (sashimi grade)
• 1 teaspoon Dried culinary lavender
• 1 teaspoon Freshly cracked black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Microgreens or arugula (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine dried lavender, freshly cracked black pepper, and kosher salt to create the crust seasoning.

Step 2

Pat the ahi tuna steaks dry using paper towels. Evenly coat both sides of the steaks with the lavender-pepper seasoning, gently pressing it onto the surface to adhere.

Step 3

Heat a large stainless steel or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heat until shimmering.

Step 4

Carefully place the tuna steaks in the hot skillet. Sear for about 1-2 minutes on each side, or until a golden crust forms. The center should remain rare for optimal flavor and texture.

Step 5

Remove the tuna steaks from the skillet and let them rest for 1-2 minutes. While resting, mix the lemon zest and juice into the remaining olive oil to create a light dressing.

Step 6

Slice the ahi tuna into thin slices against the grain. Arrange the slices on a serving plate.

Step 7

Drizzle the lemon-infused olive oil over the tuna slices and garnish with microgreens or arugula if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy this fragrant, gourmet dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(373.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	588.2

Total Fat 31.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 100mg	0%
Sodium 458.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 12.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g	0%
Total Sugars 2.9g
Protein 64.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 243.7mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 1725.2mg	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: 47.9%

Protein: 43.8%

Carbs: 8.3%