Sushi-Grade Tuna Poke Bowl with Avocado and Sesame Soy Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-04 · Updated 2026-08-04

Fresh sushi-grade tuna cubes marinated in a bright sesame soy dressing, served over rice with creamy avocado and crunchy vegetables. This Japanese-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs sushi-grade tuna, diced, soy sauce, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Ingredients

• 12 oz sushi-grade tuna, diced
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp honey
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 medium avocado, diced
• 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 2 cups cooked sushi rice
• 2 tbsp pickled ginger

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp honey until smooth.
2. Step 2: Add 12 oz diced sushi-grade tuna and 2 thinly sliced green onions to the bowl. Toss gently to coat and marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
3. Step 3: Divide 2 cups cooked sushi rice between four bowls. Top each with one quarter of the marinated tuna, 1/4 diced avocado, 2 tbsp diced cucumber, and 2 tbsp shredded carrots.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle each bowl with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and garnish with 2 tbsp pickled ginger. Serve immediately for a fresh and vibrant poke bowl experience.