Seared Tuna with Hummus on Crostini Recipe

Name: Seared Tuna with Hummus on Crostini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16-ounce) can chick peas, drained; 3 cloves garlic, quartered; 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley; 3 tablespoons sesame seeds; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 pound fresh tuna steaks; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1 baguette loaf French bread or sesame seed loaf, cut into 1/2-inch slices; 12 to 18 small sprigs parsley

Servings: persons

1 (16-ounce) can chick peas, drained
3 cloves garlic, quartered
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 pound fresh tuna steaks
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 baguette loaf French bread or sesame seed loaf, cut into 1/2-inch slices
12 to 18 small sprigs parsley

1
In a food processor, combine chick peas, garlic, parsley, sesame seeds and red pepper flakes, and pulse until coarsely chopped and combined.
2
Remove to a bowl, stir in extra-virgin olive oil, and add lemon juice.
3
Heat canola oil in a saute pan and season tuna with salt, pepper, and paprika.
4
Sear both sides and remove to a utility platter to let rest.
5
While tuna is resting, arrange bread slices on baking sheet and toast in oven.
6
Slice tuna and assemble appetizers by spooning hummus on each toast round and then topping with a piece of tuna.
7
Top tuna with another small amount of hummus, about 1/8 teaspoon, and a small sprig of parsley.

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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 (16-ounce) can chick peas, drained, 3 cloves garlic, quartered, 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley, 3 tablespoons sesame seeds, and more.

Yes, Seared Tuna with Hummus on Crostini 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Seared Tuna with Hummus on Crostini

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Variations & substitutions

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