Whole30 Seared Tuna Salad

Elevate your healthy eating with this vibrant and protein-packed Whole30 Seared Tuna Salad! Featuring perfectly seared tuna steaks with a golden crust, this recipe is a delightful fusion of fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Tossed with crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and tangy capers, every bite bursts with texture and zest. The homemade lemon-garlic vinaigrette ties the salad together with a light, citrusy kick, complementing the rich tuna. Ready in just 25 minutes, this gluten-free, paleo-friendly dish is ideal for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Whether you’re following Whole30 or simply craving a wholesome meal, this salad is as nourishing as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces tuna steaks
• 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the ingredients: halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber into thin rounds, and thinly slice the red onion.

Step 2

Mince the garlic clove finely.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 4

Place tuna steaks on a plate, brush with remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season lightly with salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 5

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add tuna steaks to the skillet.

Step 6

Sear the tuna steaks for about 1-2 minutes on each side, depending on thickness, until they are seared to your desired level of doneness. Remove from the skillet and let rest for a minute.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Slice the seared tuna into thin strips.

Step 9

Toss the salad with the prepared dressing until well coated, then gently lay the tuna strips on top of the salad.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 seared tuna salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(974.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	977.1

Total Fat 58.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 120.0mg	0%
Sodium 1878.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 12.1g
Protein 86.3g	0%

Vitamin D 400.0IU	0%
Calcium 156.3mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 2385.5mg	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: 53.6%

Protein: 35.3%

Carbs: 11.1%