High Protein Tuna Tartar

Elevate your appetizer game with this High Protein Tuna Tartar, a fresh and flavorful dish that's as nutritious as it is elegant. Made with premium sushi-grade tuna, creamy avocado, and a zesty marinade of low-sodium soy sauce, fresh lime juice, and sesame oil, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and vibrant flavors. The touch of chili flakes adds a subtle kick, while toasted sesame seeds provide a delightful crunch. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this light and healthy tuna tartare is perfect for a special occasion or a guilt-free indulgence. Serve it on crisp cucumber slices or alongside crunchy crackers for an impressive presentation that's as visually stunning as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 225 g Sushi-grade tuna
• 1 medium Avocado
• 2 tbsp Red onion
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce (low sodium)
• 1 tbsp Fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp Sesame oil
• 0.5 tsp Chili flakes
• 1 tsp Toasted sesame seeds
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 4 units Cucumber slices or crackers (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Using a sharp knife, dice the sushi-grade tuna into small, uniform cubes (around 1/4 inch pieces). Place the diced tuna in a mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and remove the pit from the avocado. Dice it into similar-sized cubes as the tuna and set aside.

Step 3

Finely chop the red onion and fresh cilantro. Add both to the mixing bowl with the tuna.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, fresh lime juice, sesame oil, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.

Step 5

Pour the marinade over the diced tuna and mix gently to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Just before serving, gently fold the diced avocado into the tuna mixture to avoid mashing it.

Step 7

Transfer the tuna tartare to a serving plate or mold it into a cylindrical shape using a ring mold for an elegant presentation.

Step 8

Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top for garnish, and serve immediately with cucumber slices or crackers if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	520.5 grams (520.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	669

Total Fat 38.70g	50%
Saturated Fat 5.80g	29%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.90g
Cholesterol 88mg	29%
Sodium 1708mg	74%
Total Carbohydrate 21.60g	8%
Dietary Fiber 11.60g	41%
Total Sugars 3.20g
Protein 61.30g	123%

Vitamin D 153IU	765%
Calcium 83mg	6%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 2117mg	45%

*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: 51.2%

Protein: 36.1%

Carbs: 12.7%