Description
A vibrant and fresh Poke-Inspired Salad Bowl featuring sushi-grade tuna marinated in a savory sesame-soy dressing, combined with crisp salad greens, shredded carrots, cucumber, edamame, and creamy avocado. This light and flavorful dish is perfect for a quick, healthy lunch or dinner, ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 8 oz fresh sushi-grade tuna, diced
- 2 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup edamame, shelled and cooked
- 1/4 avocado, diced
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Garnish
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- Optional: sliced green onions
- Optional: seaweed flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), and grated fresh ginger until well combined to create a flavorful dressing.
- Marinate the Tuna: Place diced sushi-grade tuna in a medium bowl and toss with half of the prepared dressing. Let it marinate for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Assemble the Salad Base: In serving bowls, evenly arrange the mixed salad greens, shredded carrots, thinly sliced cucumber, cooked edamame, and diced avocado to create a fresh and colorful base.
- Add Marinated Tuna: Top each salad bowl with the marinated tuna, spreading it evenly over the vegetables.
- Drizzle Dressing: Pour the remaining half of the dressing over the salad bowls for extra flavor and moisture.
- Garnish: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top and, if desired, add sliced green onions and seaweed flakes to enhance taste and presentation.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the freshness of the ingredients and the delicate flavors at their best.
Notes
- Use fresh sushi-grade tuna to ensure safety and the best flavor.
- If preferred, substitute maple syrup for honey to make the recipe vegan.
- Marinating the tuna for exactly 10 minutes helps maintain its tender texture without over-curing.
- Feel free to add additional garnishes such as toasted nori strips or chili flakes for extra flair.
- This salad is best served immediately to enjoy the freshness and crispness of the ingredients.
