Seared Ahi Tuna Salad w/ Ginger Sesame Dressing

SEARED AHÍ TUNA SALAD w/ SESAME GINGER DRESSING😍

Not sure if it’s 5000 degrees in your guys’ apartment today too but I will actually punch anyone in my house who dares to turn on the oven. The good news is, you only need one burner on for 3 minutes in this recipe and then you’re done! A delicious dinner on the table in less than 10 minutes? YEP I can get down with that. You’re gonna wanna make this ASAP!

Serves 2.

Ingredients:

For the Seared Ahi:

• 2 fresh ahi tuna filets

• ¼ cup Trader Joe’s everything but the bagel seasoning (or sesame seeds)

• 2 tsps garlic powder

• Salt and Pepper to taste

• 1 tbsp avocado or high smoke point oil

For the Ginger Sesame Salad:

• 2 cups mixed greens

• Cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, or other optional toppings

• 2 tsps sesame oil

• 1 tbsp avocado or similar neutral oil

• 1 tbsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos for Whole 30)

• 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar

• 1 tsp grated ginger or ginger paste

• 1 tsp minced garlic

• Juice from 1 lime

• Salt to taste

Directions:

For the Seared Ahi Tuna Salad with Ginger Sesame Dressing:

• Mix together the everything but the bagel seasoning, garlic powder, and pinch of salt on a plate.

• Add the tuna filets and press into the seasoning until well coated on all sides.

• Heat a cast iron (my absolute favorite kitchen item - linked here) on high heat until hot, then drizzle in some avocado oil.

• Add the tuna filets and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until they develop a nice crust on the outside but are still nice and pink on the inside.

• Add sesame oil, avocado oil, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, ginger, garlic, lime juice and a small pinch of salt to a jar with a lid and shake until well emulsified. You can also use a whisk.

• Spoon the dressing over the lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers and toss. You may not need all the dressing, so pour a little bit at a time.

• Top with the tuna and enjoy!

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