Seeds Free Ginger-Lime Tuna Slaw with Avocado

This dish is a bright, bold combination of seared tuna, crunchy two-tone cabbage slaw, and creamy avocado — all tied together with a punchy ginger-lime dressing that tastes like it took way more effort than it did. The marinade of coconut aminos, turmeric, and ground ginger gives the tuna incredible depth before it even hits the pan, and a quick sear locks in that flavor with a gorgeous golden crust. Seeds can sneak into a lot of dressings and marinades through ingredients like sesame oil, tahini, or mustard, but this recipe sidesteps all of that entirely — the dressing is built on fresh lime juice, coconut aminos, olive oil, and grated ginger, so it's completely clean. The slaw itself is all about texture: shredded green and purple cabbage, julienned carrots, scallion greens, and fresh cilantro come together in a way that's vibrant and satisfying without relying on anything off-limits. Sliced avocado draped over the top adds a rich, buttery contrast that makes every bite feel a little indulgent. This is the kind of meal that looks stunning on the plate but comes together with a handful of whole, straightforward ingredients — perfect for a weeknight dinner that doesn't feel like a compromise.

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