Fresh Tuna Burgers With Red Onion Salsa Recipe

Name: Fresh Tuna Burgers With Red Onion Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE SALSA; 1 red onion, finely chopped; 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped; 1 green chili, seeded and finely chopped; 1 lime, juice of; 2 teaspoons olive oil; salt & freshly ground black pepper; FOR THE BURGERS; 400 g fresh tuna; 1 -2 teaspoon wasabi paste; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds; 1 ciabatta, loaf sliced and toasted

Servings: persons

FOR THE SALSA
1 red onion, finely chopped
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 green chili, seeded and finely chopped
1 lime, juice of
2 teaspoons olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
FOR THE BURGERS
400 g fresh tuna
1 -2 teaspoon wasabi paste
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 ciabatta, loaf sliced and toasted

1
Begin by making the salsa: Stir all the ingredients together and set aside at room temperature for at least an hour to let the flavours infuse.
2
Place the tuna in a food processor and pulse until coarsely minced. Transfer to a bowl and mix with the wasabi paste, sesame seeds and some salt and pepper. With damp hands, shaoe the mixture into 4 even sized burgers.
3
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees celcius. SPray a baking sheet with a little oil and arrange the burgers on the tray. Spray with a lttle more oil and bake for 15 minutes until golden brown and just cooked through.
4
Place the tuna burgers on the toasted ciabatta slices and top with a dalloop of salsa. Garnish with slices of fresh lime and serve warm.

186

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE SALSA, 1 red onion, finely chopped, 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped, 1 green chili, seeded and finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Fresh Tuna Burgers With Red Onion Salsa falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fresh Tuna Burgers With Red Onion Salsa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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