Chestnut Free Ginger-Lime Tuna Slaw with Avocado
This vibrant dish brings together seared tuna, a crunchy two-cabbage slaw, and creamy avocado in a way that feels restaurant-worthy but comes together entirely in your own kitchen. The dressing is built on fresh lime juice, grated ginger, coconut aminos, and a touch of turmeric ā bold, bright flavors that tie every component together without relying on any processed sauces or mystery ingredients. Tuna can sometimes feel intimidating to cook at home, but the quick sear in coconut oil gives you a beautifully golden crust while keeping the inside tender and satisfying. The slaw gets tossed ahead of time so it softens just slightly in the dressing, making each bite a perfect balance of crunch, tang, and heat. Fanning the sliced tuna and ripe avocado over the top turns a simple weeknight plate into something genuinely impressive. Every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, so you can feel confident about what you're putting on the table.
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4 servings
For the tuna
- 1 lb tuna steaks (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- Ā½ tsp ground turmeric
- Ā¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
For the slaw
- 3 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 cup purple cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 cup carrots, julienned or coarsely grated
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced (green tops only)
- Ā¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp lime zest
- Ā½ tsp ground turmeric
- Ā¼ tsp salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 2 ripe avocados, halved, pitted, and sliced
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the tuna steaks dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, stir together 1 tbsp coconut aminos, 1/2 tsp turmeric, and 1/4 tsp ground ginger. Brush the mixture evenly over both sides of the tuna and let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
- 2
While the tuna marinates, combine the green cabbage, purple cabbage, carrots, scallion greens, and cilantro in a large mixing bowl.
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