
Sesame Crusted Tuna Bowl
Seared tuna over Asian-style salad
25m
Total
305
Calories
36g
Protein
4
Servings
Nutrition Information
14g
Carbs
4g
Fiber
10g
Net Carbs
12g
Fat
Blood Sugar Impact
Glycemic Index (GI)
20
Absorption speed
Glycemic Load (GL)
2
Total impact per serving
💡 GI measures absorption SPEED, GL measures TOTAL IMPACT on your blood sugar.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Sushi-grade tuna
- 1/4 cup Sesame seeds (Black and white mixed)
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 cup shelled Edamame
- 2 cups Shredded cabbage
- 2 julienned Carrots
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 1 tsp grated Fresh ginger
Instructions
- 1
Make dressing: Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and a touch of honey (optional).
- 2
Pat tuna steaks completely dry. Season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Press both sides of tuna into sesame seeds to coat.
- 4
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over very high heat until smoking.
- 5
Sear tuna for 1-2 minutes per side for rare. The center should remain pink.
- 6
Let rest for 2 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
- 7
Assemble bowls: Divide greens, edamame, cabbage, and carrots among bowls. Top with sliced tuna. Drizzle with dressing.
💡 Tips
- •Use sushi-grade tuna for rare preparation
- •Very high heat is essential for proper sear
- •Don't overcook - tuna is best rare
