Seared Sushi-Grade Tuna with Avocado Wasabi Cream

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A stylish dish featuring quickly seared sushi-grade tuna served with a smooth avocado wasabi cream that balances heat and richness. This Japanese-inspired seafood recipe (gluten free), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs sushi-grade tuna steak, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 5 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 8 oz sushi-grade tuna steak dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a heavy-bottom skillet over high heat until shimmering, then sear the tuna steak for 45 seconds on each side for rare doneness, developing a light crust while leaving the center vibrant. Remove and let rest for 3 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, in a blender or food processor, combine 1/2 ripe avocado, 1 tsp wasabi paste, 1 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. Step 4: Slice the rested tuna into 1/4-inch slices, arrange on a plate, and drizzle or dollop with the avocado wasabi cream. Serve with 2 tbsp soy sauce for dipping.

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