Gluten-Free Seared Tuna Salad

Elevate your mealtime with this vibrant and healthy Gluten-Free Seared Tuna Salad, an elegant dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner! Featuring perfectly seared, melt-in-your-mouth tuna steaks atop a bed of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, cool cucumber, creamy avocado, and zesty red onion, this recipe delivers a medley of textures and fresh flavors. Drizzled with a tangy homemade lemon vinaigrette made with Dijon mustard and honey, this salad is both nourishing and supremely satisfying. Quick and simple to prepare in just 20 minutes, this gluten-free and protein-packed dish is ideal for a wholesome, well-balanced meal. Perfect for dietary-conscious diners and seafood lovers alike, this salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (6 ounces each) Fresh tuna steak
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 6 cups Mixed salad greens
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
• 1 large Avocado, sliced
• 0.5 small Red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 large (juiced) Lemon
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Pat the tuna steaks dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Step 3

Add the tuna steaks to the skillet and sear each side for about 1-2 minutes, or until the outside is nicely crusted and the inside is rare to medium-rare. Adjust the cooking time based on your preference for doneness.

Step 4

Once cooked, remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard. Whisk together until well mixed to create the dressing.

Step 6

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, avocado slices, and red onion.

Step 7

Drizzle the salad with the prepared lemon vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.

Step 8

Arrange the salad on individual plates or a serving platter.

Step 9

Slice the rested tuna steaks thinly and lay the slices on top of the salad.

Step 10

Serve immediately, garnished with extra lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1365.6 grams (1365.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1367

Total Fat 90.50g	116%
Saturated Fat 15.40g	77%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.30g
Cholesterol 129mg	43%
Sodium 2733mg	119%
Total Carbohydrate 55.60g	20%
Dietary Fiber 22.10g	79%
Total Sugars 19.40g
Protein 91.20g	182%

Vitamin D 772IU	3861%
Calcium 228mg	18%
Iron 9mg	49%
Potassium 4277mg	91%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.1%

Protein: 26.0%

Carbs: 15.9%