Tuna no Salad

Tuna no Salad is a refreshing and nutritious Japanese seafood dish that combines fresh tuna with crisp vegetables and a zesty dressing. This healthy meal is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, offering a delicious balance of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• Fresh sushi-grade tuna - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Avocado - 1 ripe, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, thinly sliced
• Mixed salad greens - 100 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Start by preparing the tuna: Cut the sushi-grade tuna into small cubes and place it in a bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
3. Pour half of the dressing over the cubed tuna and gently mix to coat the fish. Let it marinate for about 5 minutes.
4. While the tuna is marinating, prepare the vegetables: slice the cucumber, julienne the carrot, and dice the avocado.
5. In a large serving bowl, add the mixed salad greens, cucumber, carrot, red onion, and avocado.
6. Add the marinated tuna on top of the salad and drizzle with the remaining dressing.
7. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the salad before serving. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and omega-3 fatty acids from tuna, promoting heart health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, supporting overall wellness.

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