Tropical Ahi Tuna Salad Recipe

Name: Tropical Ahi Tuna Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 fresh Ahi Tuna Steak; 30 ml soy sauce; 1 Dry mustard powder; 1 Black pepper; 1 tbsp Ground fresh ginger; 1 bunch Romaine Lettuce; 3 Green onions; 10 dates; 1/2 cup roasted pistachios (de-shelled); 1/2 small watermelon; 30 ml white wine vinegar; 30 ml Dijon mustard; 1 tsp honey; 30 ml cool water

Servings: persons

1 fresh Ahi Tuna Steak
30 ml soy sauce
1 Dry mustard powder
1 Black pepper
1 tbsp Ground fresh ginger
1 bunch Romaine Lettuce
3 Green onions
10 dates
1/2 cup roasted pistachios (de-shelled)
1/2 small watermelon
30 ml white wine vinegar
30 ml Dijon mustard
1 tsp honey
30 ml cool water

1
Cover the surface of the tuna with the soy sauce, adding the mustard powder, ginger and black pepper to the surface.
2
Make sure the BBQ (or pan) is very hot, place Ahi Tuna steak on the grill for 1 minute per side.
3
The idea is to blacken the crust without cooking it through.
4
Make the salad with the base of lettuce, adding the watermelon chopped into cubes, diced green onions and dates that are chopped into smaller cubes.
5
Sprinkle the pistachios over for a garnish.
6
Once done, slice the tuna into thin, long slices and place on top of the salad.
7
Make a vinaigrette from the mustard, water and vinegar and drizzle over the tuna and salad.

143

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* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 fresh Ahi Tuna Steak, 30 ml soy sauce, 1 Dry mustard powder, 1 Black pepper, and more.

Yes, Tropical Ahi Tuna Salad 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!

Tropical Ahi Tuna Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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