Grilled Pacific Rim Tuna Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
98%
Grilled Pacific Rim Tuna Salad
25 min.
4
293kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that brings the vibrant flavors of the Pacific Rim right to your table! Our Grilled Pacific Rim Tuna Salad is not just a meal; it's a celebration of fresh ingredients and healthy living. With a remarkable health score of 98, this dish is perfect for those who want to indulge without compromising their wellness goals.

Imagine succulent tuna steaks grilled to perfection, paired with the sweetness of fresh pineapple and the crunch of sesame oat bran sticks. This salad is a delightful medley of textures and tastes, featuring juicy grape tomatoes and crisp mixed greens that create a refreshing base. The addition of ground ginger and a zesty teriyaki glaze elevates the flavor profile, making each bite a burst of deliciousness.

Ready in just 25 minutes, this gluten-free and dairy-free dish is ideal for lunch, dinner, or any occasion where you want to impress your guests with minimal effort. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a cooking novice, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. So fire up the grill, gather your ingredients, and get ready to savor a dish that is as healthy as it is mouthwatering. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 16 oz ahi tuna steak 
  • cup cherry tomatoes cut in half
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.5 cup oat bran 
  • 18 inches pineapple fresh (2 cups)
  • 0.5 cup pineapple juice 
  • small onion red separated sliced
  • cups the salad mixed
  • tablespoon sesame oil 
  • 0.3 cup teriyaki sauce (from 12-oz bottle)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • grill
  • metal skewers

Directions

  1. Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small bowl, mix all dressing ingredients with wire whisk; reserve 2 tablespoons.
  2. On each of 2 (10-inch) metal skewers, thread pineapple, leaving 1/4-inch space between each piece.
  3. Brush 1 tablespoon of the reserved dressing on pineapple; brush remaining 1 tablespoon reserved dressing on tuna.
  4. Carefully spray grill rack with cooking spray.
  5. Place tuna on grill. Cover grill; cook over medium heat about 10 minutes, turning once and adding pineapple for last 5 minutes of grilling, until fish flakes easily with fork and is slightly pink in center.
  6. Among 4 plates, divide salad greens, tomatoes and onion. Top each with pineapple and tuna.
  7. Sprinkle with sesame sticks.
  8. Serve with remaining dressing.

Nutrition Facts

Calories293kcal
Protein40.31%
Fat29.6%
Carbs30.09%

Properties

Glycemic Index
46.54
Glycemic Load
7.22
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
30.902173830115%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
5.86mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:293.03kcal
14.65%
Fat:10.27g
15.79%
Saturated Fat:2.15g
13.44%
Carbohydrates:23.47g
7.82%
Net Carbohydrates:20.18g
7.34%
Sugar:8.92g
9.91%
Cholesterol:43.09mg
14.36%
Sodium:750.56mg
32.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.45g
62.91%
Vitamin B12:10.69µg
178.22%
Selenium:48.96µg
69.95%
Manganese:1.29mg
64.56%
Vitamin A:3120.73IU
62.41%
Vitamin B3:10.76mg
53.8%
Phosphorus:463.34mg
46.33%
Vitamin D:6.46µg
43.09%
Vitamin B6:0.7mg
34.81%
Vitamin B1:0.52mg
34.56%
Vitamin C:28.22mg
34.21%
Magnesium:118.61mg
29.65%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.11%
Potassium:653.78mg
18.68%
Iron:2.99mg
16.59%
Vitamin B5:1.63mg
16.27%
Copper:0.27mg
13.41%
Fiber:3.29g
13.17%
Folate:43.76µg
10.94%
Vitamin E:1.56mg
10.38%
Zinc:1.4mg
9.32%
Calcium:43.36mg
4.34%
Vitamin K:2.28µg
2.17%