Seared Tuna Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and protein-packed Seared Tuna Salad, a perfect fusion of fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients. Tender, perfectly seared tuna steaks are the star of the dish, seasoned simply and seared to a golden crust while maintaining a succulent pink center. Served atop a bed of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, creamy avocado, and zesty red onion, this dish pairs beautifully with a tangy soy-ginger dressing that combines soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, and grated ginger for a burst of umami. A sprinkle of sesame seeds adds a nutty finishing touch, making this salad as visually stunning as it is satisfying. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe is ideal for a light lunch, dinner, or even an elegant date night meal. Keywords: seared tuna salad, healthy tuna salad recipe, soy-ginger dressing, quick salad ideas, protein-packed salads.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (about 4-5 oz each) Fresh tuna steaks
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cups Mixed salad greens
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 ripe Avocado
• 0.25 cup, sliced Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon, grated Ginger
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Season the tuna steaks with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Place the tuna steaks in the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until evenly brown on the outside while still pink in the center.

Step 4

Remove the tuna steaks from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing into 1/2-inch thick pieces.

Step 5

Prepare the salad by combining the mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, cubed avocado, and red onion in a large bowl.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, grated ginger, and the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to make the dressing.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Plate the salad and top with slices of seared tuna.

Step 9

Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the tuna for garnish.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing seared tuna salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1007.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1014.7

Total Fat 62.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g
Cholesterol 107.7mg	0%
Sodium 2531.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 17.2g
Protein 78.1g	0%

Vitamin D 643.5IU	0%
Calcium 169.7mg	0%
Iron 7.4mg	0%
Potassium 3251.6mg	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: 54.5%

Protein: 30.2%

Carbs: 15.3%