Seared Encrusted Tuna Steak Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful Seared Encrusted Tuna Steak Salad! Featuring perfectly seared tuna steaks coated in a crunchy black and white sesame seed crust, this dish effortlessly combines texture and flavor. The tender tuna rests atop a bed of fresh mixed greens, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a hint of sharp red onion. A zesty homemade dressing of lime juice, rice vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard ties it all together, creating a refreshing, protein-packed meal that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Quick to prepare in under 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for light dinners or elegant lunch options. Whether you're a seafood lover or looking for a healthy twist on salad, this tuna steak creation is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:23 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (6 oz each) Fresh tuna steaks
• 3 tbsp Black sesame seeds
• 3 tbsp White sesame seeds
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 6 cups Mixed greens
• 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 piece Ripe avocado, sliced
• 0.25 piece Red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp Lime juice
• 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 1 tsp Honey
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Pat the tuna steaks dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, combine black sesame seeds, white sesame seeds, garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 3

Press each tuna steak into the sesame seed mixture, coating both sides evenly.

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Sear the tuna steaks for 1-2 minutes per side, depending on how rare you prefer the center. Remove from skillet and set aside to rest.

Step 6

In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and red onion.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, rice vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to create the dressing.

Step 8

Slice the rested tuna steaks thinly against the grain.

Step 9

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 10

Top the salad with the sliced tuna steaks and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1355.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1472.4

Total Fat 95.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 129.3mg	0%
Sodium 1556.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.3g	0%
Total Sugars 18.4g
Protein 99.8g	0%

Vitamin D 772.2IU	0%
Calcium 749.0mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 4158.2mg	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: 56.7%

Protein: 26.2%

Carbs: 17.0%