Paleo Tuna Tartar
Dive into the refreshing and vibrant world of Paleo Tuna Tartar, a protein-packed masterpiece that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious! This no-cook recipe features sushi-grade tuna, creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and a tangy cilantro-lime dressing, making it the perfect balance of flavors and textures. With fresh, nutrient-dense ingredients and paleo-friendly seasonings like coconut aminos and extra virgin olive oil, it’s a clean-eating delight that’s ready in just 20 minutes. Served elegantly using a layered mold, this dish is ideal for a light appetizer, a sophisticated lunch, or a crowd-pleasing option at your next gathering. Paleo Tuna Tartar isn’t just a feast for your palate—it’s a healthy, gluten-free, dairy-free indulgence that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Sushi-grade tuna
- 1 whole Avocado
- 0.5 whole Cucumber
- 0.25 whole Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Coconut aminos
- 0.5 teaspoon Sesame oil (optional, paleo-friendly only in small amounts)
- 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
Ensure the tuna is sushi-grade and kept chilled until preparing. Dice the tuna into small, uniform cubes (around 0.5 cm pieces) and set aside in a chilled bowl.
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and carefully scoop out the flesh. Dice the avocado into small cubes similar in size to the tuna and place in a separate bowl.
Peel and dice the cucumber into small cubes. Finely chop the red onion and cilantro. Add the cucumber, red onion, and cilantro to the bowl with the avocado.
In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, coconut aminos, sesame oil (if using), sea salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour half of the dressing over the tuna and gently mix to coat evenly. Pour the other half of the dressing over the avocado mixture and gently mix to avoid mashing the avocado.
To plate, use a round mold or ramekin to layer the tuna tartar. Start with a layer of the avocado mixture on the bottom and gently press it down. Add the tuna layer on top and press gently to hold the shape.
Carefully remove the mold or ramekin and garnish the tartar with a sprinkle of sesame seeds (if using) and a few extra cilantro leaves for garnish.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for additional zest. Enjoy your Paleo Tuna Tartar as a healthy, protein-packed dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
723 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.3 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 803 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 66.3 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2197 mg | 47% | |
*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.
