This seared Ahi tuna salad with ginger dressing is the perfect light summer meal!
There is nothing better on a hot summers day than chowing down on a cool, crisp, refreshing salad. Top that salad off with some amazingly fresh Ahi Tuna that’s seared to perfection and…hmmm…maybe it can get better. 😉
The combinations of flavors and textures of this Ahi tuna salad is what makes my mouth water every time I eat this. It’s super light and perfect for anyone who is watching their weight. I’m a big fan of making healthy dishes with big bold flavors because there’s nothing worse than bland food!
If you’ve never tried Ahi before than give it a go, it’s actually super easy to make and only takes a minute. Literally. A minute on each side in a searing hot pan and dinner is served. My secret ingredient for it is a very light dusting of an all purpose grillers seasoning to give it a little oomph, but for salt and pepper will work just fine on its own.  🙂
If the colors alone don’t draw you in, you can definitely count on the flavors! Here’s how to make it…
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Seared Ahi Tuna Salad with Ginger Dressing
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 1 person 1x
Description
This recipe for seared ahi tuna is fantastic on its own, but place it on a bed of mixed greens, shredded carrots, sliced radish, and cucumbers and you have a perfect lunch or dinner any day of the week!
Ingredients
For the Ahi Tuna
- 5 oz. Ahi Tuna (*Sashimi or Sushi grade)
- 1 teaspoon Grillers Steak Seasoning (*Montreal or similar)
- 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil
For the salad
- 1 cup mixed spring mix
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 english cucumber (sliced thin)
- 3 radishes (sliced thin)
- 2 tablespoons Crunchy Asian Noodles ( (optional))
For the dressing
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons Rice Wine Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 teaspoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped celery
- 1 tablespoon chopped ginger
- salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
To make the dressing…
- Add all ingredients into a blender and puree until smooth. It will still have a little texture from the ginger.
To sear the Ahi tuna…
- Heat up coconut oil in a skillet on high heat. Season the tuna on both sides. Place in skillet one minute. Turn over, cook for additional minute and remove from pan.
- Slice the Tuna to expose the rareness and serve on top salad topped with the ginger dressing immediately.
- Enjoy 🙂
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: Seafood
If Ahi isn’t your thing…Check out these yummy salads instead!
Salmon Salad with Cucumber Dill Yogurt Sauce
Warm Mushroom and Arugula Salad
