Mediterranean Diet Friendly Ginger-Lime Tuna Slaw with Avocado
This dish is a vibrant, feel-good bowl that hits every note ā bright citrus, warming spice, creamy avocado, and a satisfying sear on fresh tuna. The colorful mix of green and purple cabbage with julienned carrots and cilantro gives you a serious crunch that holds up beautifully under the ginger-lime dressing. That dressing, built on fresh lime juice, grated ginger, olive oil, and a touch of turmeric, is the kind of thing you'll want to drizzle on everything else in your fridge. Searing the tuna in a hot skillet keeps the preparation simple while locking in a gorgeous crust, and slicing it against the grain means every bite is tender rather than chewy. The combination of lean fish, healthy fats from avocado and olive oil, and a mountain of raw vegetables makes this exactly the kind of meal that feels indulgent but is genuinely nourishing. It's a smart, produce-forward plate that leans on whole ingredients and bold natural flavors rather than anything processed or heavy.
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4 servings
For the tuna
- 1 lb tuna steaks (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
Chef's tipSoy sauce is saltier and less sweet; start with less and adjust. - 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 aminosChef's tipSoy sauce is saltier and less sweet; start with less and adjust.
- 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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