Description
Indulge in a refreshing burst of flavor with Spicy Tuna Tartare on Cucumber, a delightful appetizer that is both simple to make and visually stunning. Fresh sushi-grade tuna is mixed with zesty lime, savory soy sauce, and a touch of heat from chili paste, all elegantly served on crispy cucumber rounds. Perfect for gatherings or a special treat at home, this dish will impress your guests and elevate your culinary skills!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh sushi-grade tuna, diced
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp chili paste or Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
- ½ avocado, diced
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop the sushi-grade tuna into small cubes.
- Slice the cucumber into thick rounds to create sturdy bases.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tuna with soy sauce, sesame oil, chili paste, and lime juice. Gently mix until the tuna is well-coated.
- Spoon generous amounts of the tuna mixture onto each cucumber round.
- Top with sliced green onions and sprinkle sesame seeds over each tartare bite.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 cucumber rounds (120g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 20mg