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RECIPE: Seared Tuna and Avocado Salad with Microgreens
- Yield: Serves 2 to 4 1x
Description
This makes a great lunch or casual dinner, all in one. Cut the avocado and tuna when you are ready to serve. If you are not a tuna fan, try this salad with roasted salmon or smoked bluefish or salmon (see variations below).
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon Cajun spice or lemon-pepper mix
- 3/4 to 1 pound of sushi-grade tuna
- Olive oil
- 2 cups broccoli or arugula microgreens, rinsed and spun dry
- 1 English cucumber, cut into thin slices on a diagonal
- 2 just-ripe avocados, cut into slices
- 1/2 small red onion, sliced razor-thin
- Lemon slices for garnish
For the Lemon Basil Vinaigrette:
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped basil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Place the spice rub on a plate and coat the tuna on both sides. Heat a cast iron or small heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add a film of olive oil and place the tuna in the pan, and sear for 3 to 5 minutes to get a nice crust about ¼ inch thick. Turn the tuna over and sear the other side, until you see a ¼-inch crust. Let cool, and place in the fridge until ready to slice and use.
- Place the microgreens in a large, wide bowl or platter, with enough room to show off the toppings. Top with thinly sliced cucumber, sliced avocado, and red onion. When ready to serve, slice the tuna and place on top, with lemon garnishes.
- Make the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice, basil, garlic, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Pass the dressing at the table, and let each guest spoon or pour on their own. You’ll have leftover dressing.
Notes
Roasted Salmon: 1 pound salmon. Preheat oven to 400°F. Sprinkle salmon with salt and pepper and a film of olive oil, and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, depending on thickness, until just cooked through. Cool slightly. Break into large pieces and scatter over the salad.
Smoked Bluefish or Salmon: No cooking needed. Buy packages of smoked bluefish or salmon fillets. Break into large pieces, and place on the salad.
