Ahi Tuna Salad
Ingredients
½ cup white balsamic vinegar
¼ cup water
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 (8 ounce) ahi tuna steaks
1 red pepper
1 red onion
1 bunch of arugula
2 cups of fresh spinach
20 grape tomatoes
Preparation
1
Combine first four ingredients in a jar with a lid and shake vigorously. Add olive oil and shake again. Divide mixture in half, reserving half to use as salad dressing later.
2
Pour remaining half over tuna steaks and marinade for one hour. Sprinkle salt and black pepper on tuna steaks. In a hot skillet, sear tuna steaks for 2-3 minutes on each side.
3
While tuna cooks, combine arugula and spinach in large, shallow serving bowl or platter. Slice red pepper and onion, place on top of arugula/spinach mixture. Sprinkle tomatoes on top. Cut cooked tuna into chunks and place on top of salad.
4
Serve immediately, with reserved salad dressing.
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About
This is not your mother’s tuna salad! A twist on tradition, this recipe uses seared ahi tuna steak and fresh greens to make a delectable salad worthy of a luncheon for guests or dinner with your family.
Yield:
Serves 4
Added:
Friday, July 20, 2012 - 8:24am
