Anti Inflammatory Ahi Tuna Tartare with Sesame & Avocado
Few dishes feel as effortlessly elegant as a well-made tuna tartare, and this version delivers on every level — cool, silky fish, buttery avocado, and a bright sesame-ginger dressing that ties it all together. The star of the show is sushi-grade ahi tuna, one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids you can put on a plate, and those healthy fats work hand in hand with the anti-inflammatory properties of fresh ginger, toasted sesame oil, and lime juice. Creamy avocado adds even more good fats to the mix, while cucumber and scallion greens keep things crisp and fresh. The tamari-based dressing comes together in minutes with a quick whisk, and a short 15-minute chill in the fridge is all it takes for the flavors to fully bloom. There's no cooking involved, which means none of the beneficial compounds in these ingredients get degraded by heat — just clean, vibrant food exactly as nature intended. Toasted sesame seeds add a satisfying crunch on top, and a handful of fresh cilantro makes a lovely finishing touch if you have it on hand. This one serves four and is the kind of dish that looks impressive enough for guests but is genuinely simple to pull off on a weeknight.
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4 servings
For the tartare
- 1 lb sushi-grade ahi tuna, cut into ½-inch cubes
- 1 large ripe avocado, cut into ½-inch cubes
- ½ english cucumber, finely diced
- 3 scallions (green tops only), thinly sliced
For the dressing
- 2 tbsp tamari
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp honey
Ingredient noteAdded sugar is limited on an anti-inflammatory diet. This recipe contains about 1.8 g of added sugar per serving, which is likely acceptable for many following the diet. If you prefer to always avoid honey, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
For serving
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the tamari, toasted sesame oil, lime juice, grated ginger, honey, and red pepper flakes until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is uniform.
- 2
Place the cubed tuna, avocado, cucumber, and scallion greens in a large mixing bowl. Pour the dressing over the top and fold gently with a rubber spatula until everything is evenly coated, taking care not to break up the avocado.
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