Soy-Free Seared Tuna Salad
Discover the vibrant flavors of our Soy-Free Seared Tuna Salad, a refreshing and protein-packed dish perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Featuring perfectly seared tuna steaks, crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime-honey dressing, this recipe skips traditional soy-based marinades for a clean, allergen-friendly twist. The tuna is seasoned simply with sea salt and black pepper and seared to perfection for a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Topped with a sprinkle of sesame seeds for a hint of crunch, this salad strikes the perfect balance of freshness, flavor, and nutrition. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's an effortless way to elevate your salad game while staying soy-free!
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces fresh tuna steaks
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 small red onion
- 1 large avocado
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Directions
Step 1
Pat the tuna steaks dry with a paper towel and season both sides with sea salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Sear the tuna steaks for about 1-2 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer depending on your preference. Remove from the skillet and let rest.
Step 4
In a large bowl, combine mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and diced avocado.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lime juice, honey, and Dijon mustard to form the dressing.
Step 6
Slice the seared tuna into thin strips.
Step 7
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Step 8
Top the salad with the sliced tuna and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1344.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1628.5 |
| Total Fat 112.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 19.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.2g | |
| Cholesterol 152mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2696.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 57.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.3g | |
| Protein 105.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 908IU | 0% |
| Calcium 210.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4408.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories