Low Carb Classic Tuna Tartare
Elevate your appetizer game with this Low Carb Classic Tuna Tartare, a fresh, flavorful, and guilt-free dish that’s ready in just 20 minutes. Featuring succulent sushi-grade tuna, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber, this vibrant tartare is infused with bold Asian-inspired flavors from soy sauce, sesame oil, and a hint of wasabi. Finished with a touch of lime juice and garnished with toasted sesame seeds, it strikes the perfect balance of zesty, savory, and nutty. Perfect for low-carb diets and light, elegant entertaining, this no-cook recipe ensures every bite is as refreshing as it is satisfying. Serve chilled for a show-stopping starter or a healthy snack that's sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams fresh sushi-grade tuna
- 1 whole ripe avocado
- 1 small cucumber
- 2 tablespoons (finely chopped) red onion
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon wasabi paste
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Start by dicing the fresh sushi-grade tuna into small, uniform cubes (approximately 0.5 cm) to ensure even texture and presentation. Place the diced tuna in a mixing bowl and set aside in the refrigerator to keep it cold.
Peel and pit the avocado, then dice it into cubes similar in size to the tuna. Set aside.
Peel and finely dice the small cucumber, removing any excess seeds to avoid additional moisture in the tartare.
Add the finely chopped red onion to the diced tuna in the mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, and wasabi paste until the wasabi is fully dissolved.
Pour the soy sauce mixture over the tuna and onion, and gently toss to combine, ensuring the tuna is evenly coated with the marinade.
Add the diced avocado, cucumber, and chopped fresh cilantro to the mixing bowl. Season with salt and black pepper, then gently fold the ingredients together, taking care not to mash the avocado.
Allow the tartare to sit in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes to meld the flavors, keeping it chilled until ready to serve.
Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve the tuna tartare in chilled small bowls or on a plate, garnishing with toasted sesame seeds for added texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
795 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.2 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 1458 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.3 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 64.3 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.2 mcg | 71% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 2346 mg | 50% | |
*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.
