Low Carb Seared Tuna Salad
Elevate your mealtime with a vibrant and nutritious Low Carb Seared Tuna Salad, a perfect combination of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Featuring perfectly seared tuna steaks with a golden-brown crust and tender, pink center, this salad is complemented by a medley of mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and tangy capers. A homemade zesty lemon-Dijon dressing adds a refreshing finish, tying together the flavors in every bite. Ready in under 25 minutes, this quick and easy keto-friendly recipe is perfect for a light lunch or an elegant dinner. Serve immediately for maximum freshness and savor the satisfying synergy of textures and tastes in this healthy, low-carb dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (approximately 6 ounces each) Fresh tuna steak
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium, sliced Cucumber
- 1 large, sliced Avocado
- 0.25 cup, thinly sliced Red onion
- 2 tablespoons, drained Capers
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove, minced Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Season the tuna steaks on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the tuna steaks to the skillet.
Sear the tuna for about 2-3 minutes on each side for a medium-rare finish. The exterior should be nicely browned while the inside remains pink. Adjust time if a different doneness is desired.
Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
In a large bowl, combine mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, red onion, and capers.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and extra virgin olive oil.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Slice the rested tuna against the grain into 1/4-inch thick slices.
Distribute the salad onto plates and top with slices of seared tuna.
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful, low-carb seared tuna salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1546 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.3 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 129 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 1924 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.6 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.4 g | ||
| Protein | 89.4 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 19.3 mcg | 97% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 3919 mg | 83% | |
*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.
