Description
Seared Sesame Tuna with Mixed Greens is the perfect healthy dish that won't sacrifice flavor. The tuna gets a flavorful and healthy boost from toasted sesame oil and pan-searing it lightly gives it a handsome texture.
Ingredients
Asian Dressing Ingredients:
2 T. sesame oil
3 T. grapeseed oil
2 T. soy sauce
3 T. rice wine vinegar
1 T. fresh lime juice
1½ T. Dijon mustard
1 medium shallot, finely minced
1 T. fresh ginger, very finely minced
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
Seared Tuna Ingredients:
2 T. black sesame seeds
2 T. white sesame seeds
1 T. ground ginger
2 8-oz. 2” thick ahi tuna steaks, cut into 2” cubes
3 T. olive oil
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
Serve with:
4 c. mixed salad greens
Soy sauce
Wasabi paste (optional)
Instructions
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To make dressing, add all ingredients to a medium bowl and season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Whisk until thoroughly combined and set aside.
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Add sesame seeds and ground ginger to a large bowl and stir to combine. Add chunks of tuna to bowl and toss to coat. Press to make sure seeds adhere to tuna.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat. When hot, add coated tuna to pan and flash sear on all sides, approximately 30 seconds per side. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Toss salad greens with a small amount of the dressing in a large bowl. Transfer the mixed greens to a serving platter and top with the sesame-seared tuna. Serve immediately with the remaining dressing, plus the soy sauce and/or wasabi paste, on the side, if desired. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 4 mins
