Dairy Free Tuna Tartare with Avocado & Ginger
This dish is the kind of thing that looks like it came from a high-end restaurant but comes together in your own kitchen with minimal effort. Sushi-grade tuna is diced and tossed in a bright, punchy dressing built from coconut aminos, fresh lime juice, grated ginger, and a touch of turmeric — no soy sauce, no butter, no cream, nothing that would raise a red flag for anyone avoiding dairy. The toasted coconut oil adds just enough richness to make the tuna feel luxurious without weighing it down. Underneath it all, a chunky avocado base seasoned with lime and sea salt keeps things creamy and cool in the best possible way. Every component is naturally free of dairy, so there's no swapping or substituting required — the recipe just works as written. A quick ten-minute rest in the fridge lets the flavors meld beautifully before you plate it up. Finish with fresh cilantro and a little extra ginger if you want, and you've got an elegant, restaurant-worthy dish that's as clean and fresh as it looks.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
4 servings
For the tartare
- 12 oz sushi-grade tuna, cut into ¼-inch dice
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp toasted coconut oil
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced (green tops only)
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
For the avocado base
- 2 ripe avocados, halved, pitted, and diced
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the diced tuna in a mixing bowl and refrigerate while you prepare the dressing.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, 1 tbsp lime juice, lime zest, grated ginger, coconut oil, turmeric, and sea salt until combined.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!