Dairy-Free Seared Ahi Tuna
Experience the perfect balance of bold flavors and elegant simplicity with this Dairy-Free Seared Ahi Tuna recipe. Ideal for seafood lovers and dairy-free enthusiasts alike, this dish combines succulent ahi tuna steaks with a vibrant marinade of soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, and fresh ginger for a zesty, umami-packed flavor profile. Coated in nutty sesame seeds and lightly seared to a golden crust, the tuna remains tender and rare on the inside, offering a restaurant-quality result in just 20 minutes. Garnished with crisp green onions, this quick and healthy meal is perfect for weeknights or special occasions. Serve it as a stunning appetizer or pair it with a fresh salad for a light and wholesome dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Ahi tuna steaks
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 2 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper. Stir well to form a marinade.
Place the ahi tuna steaks in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the tuna, ensuring each piece is well coated. Allow to marinate for at least 10 minutes, turning once or twice.
While the tuna is marinating, heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Remove the tuna steaks from the marinade, letting the excess drip off, and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Sprinkle sesame seeds evenly on both sides of the tuna steaks, pressing lightly to adhere.
Add about 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the hot skillet. Place the tuna steaks in the skillet and sear for 1-2 minutes on each side, depending on your preferred level of doneness. The outside should be nicely browned while the inside remains rare to medium-rare.
Remove the tuna from the skillet and let rest for a minute before slicing.
Garnish the sliced tuna with the thinly sliced green onions before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
795 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.2 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 1843 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 64.8 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1284 mg | 27% | |
*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.
