Marinated Seared Tuna, Crispy Vegetables, Tapenade

Name: Marinated Seared Tuna, Crispy Vegetables, Tapenade Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 head fennel; 2 pink radishes; 1 stalk celery; 2 scallions; 2 asparagus spears; 1 cup soy sauce; 1 minced clove garlic; 1 teaspoon crushed black pepper; 8 ounce yellowfin tuna; 3 tablespoons black olive puree; 3 tablespoons basil puree; Juice of 2 lemons; 3 tablespoons virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

1 head fennel
2 pink radishes
1 stalk celery
2 scallions
2 asparagus spears
1 cup soy sauce
1 minced clove garlic
1 teaspoon crushed black pepper
8 ounce yellowfin tuna
3 tablespoons black olive puree
3 tablespoons basil puree
Juice of 2 lemons
3 tablespoons virgin olive oil

1
Slice all the vegetables thinly with a very sharp mandoline and put them in icy water for about an hour.
2
Combine marinade ingredients.
3
Cut the tuna in a long thin slices about 1/2-inch thick and let sit in the marinade for about 20 minutes.
4
In a medium size skillet over high heat sear the tuna briefly, until rare.
5
Reserve on the side once done.
6
Drain all the vegetables, dry them and season with a little bit of lemon and olive oil seasoned to taste.
7
Place a small amount in the middle of the plate and add the thin slice of tuna on top of it.
8
Combine tapenade dressing and drizzle vinaigrette on tuna

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 head fennel, 2 pink radishes, 1 stalk celery, 2 scallions, and more.

Yes, Marinated Seared Tuna, Crispy Vegetables, Tapenade Vinaigrette falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Marinated Seared Tuna, Crispy Vegetables, Tapenade Vinaigrette

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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