Tuna Tartare Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten

Elevate your appetizer game with this elegant Tuna Tartare recipe, inspired by the effortless sophistication of Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa. Featuring fresh sushi-grade tuna, creamy avocado, and the subtle bite of scallions, this dish is perfectly balanced with a zesty soy-lime dressing infused with sesame oil, wasabi, and a touch of fresh ginger. Lightly seasoned with kosher salt and black pepper and topped with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for entertaining or a refreshing light bite. Serve it chilled with tortilla chips, crackers, or artfully plated in ramekins for a show-stopping presentation that’s as delicious as it is stunning. Perfect for seafood lovers, this dish pairs gourmet appeal with the simplicity of Ina Garten’s signature style.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Sushi-grade tuna
• 1 large Avocado
• 2 stalks Scallions
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi paste
• 1 teaspoon Freshly grated ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons Sesame seeds
• 0 for serving Tortilla chips or crackers (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Start by dicing the sushi-grade tuna into small, uniform cubes about 1/4 inch in size. Place the diced tuna in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and pit the avocado, then dice it into cubes slightly larger than the tuna. Add the diced avocado to the bowl with the tuna.

Step 3

Finely slice the scallions and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

In a separate small mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, wasabi paste, and grated ginger until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the soy sauce mixture over the tuna and avocado. Gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly, being careful not to mash the avocado.

Step 6

Season the mixture with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir gently to combine.

Step 7

Sprinkle the top with sesame seeds for added texture and garnish, if desired.

Step 8

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 10–15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 9

Serve the tuna tartare chilled, alongside tortilla chips, crackers, or on its own. Optionally, serve in individual ramekins for a beautiful presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(880.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1225.5

Total Fat 57.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.8g
Cholesterol 195mg	0%
Sodium 1990.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 4.0g
Protein 133.0g	0%

Vitamin D 340IU	0%
Calcium 112.7mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 3523.6mg	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: 41.3%

Protein: 42.8%

Carbs: 15.8%