Seared Ahi Tuna Tartare with Avocado
Delight your taste buds with this vibrant and refreshing Seared Ahi Tuna Tartare with Avocado, a show-stopping appetizer that combines premium sushi-grade tuna with creamy avocado for a luxurious yet light dish. Perfect for entertaining, this recipe highlights the delicate flavors of seared ahi tuna, seasoned with soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, and fresh herbs like cilantro and scallions. The tartare is elegantly layered with diced avocado, offering a creamy texture that pairs beautifully with the tuna’s umami richness. A touch of toasted sesame seeds adds nutty complexity, while optional microgreens elevate the presentation. Serve this stunning creation with crispy wonton chips, crackers, or crostini for a shareable, palate-pleasing experience—ready in just 20 minutes! Whether you're hosting a dinner party or treating yourself to a gourmet snack, this dish is a feast for the senses.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 225 grams sushi-grade ahi tuna
- 1 whole ripe avocado
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 stalks scallions (green onions), finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (black or white), toasted
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup microgreens (optional, for garnish)
- 8 pieces wonton chips, crackers, or crostini (for serving)
Instructions
Pat the ahi tuna dry with paper towels and season it lightly with salt and pepper on all sides.
Heat a non-stick skillet over high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, sear the tuna for about 15–20 seconds on each side, just until a light crust forms but the inside remains raw.
Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it cool. Once cooled, finely dice the tuna into small cubes (about 1/4 inch).
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the diced tuna, soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, scallions, cilantro, and toasted sesame seeds. Gently toss to mix. Adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice to taste, if needed.
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.
Gently fold the diced avocado into the tuna mixture, being careful not to mash the avocado.
Transfer the tuna tartare mixture to a serving plate or individual appetizer plates. Use a ring mold for a neat, compact presentation if desired.
Top the tartare with a sprinkling of microgreens for garnish (optional).
Serve immediately with wonton chips, crackers, or crostini on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2013 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.6 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 112 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 3534 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.6 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 95.1 g | 190% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 289 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 2531 mg | 54% | |
*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.
