Sushi-Style Tuna Poke Bowl with Sesame and Avocado
Fresh diced tuna marinated in a savory sesame-soy dressing served over steamed rice with creamy avocado and crisp vegetables. This Japanese-inspired sushi recipe, ready in about 15 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 480 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 8 oz sushi-grade tuna, diced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 medium avocado, diced
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice
- 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp pickled ginger
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp sesame oil. Add 8 oz diced sushi-grade tuna and 2 thinly sliced green onions, tossing gently to coat. Let marinate for 10 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Step 2: Divide 2 cups cooked sushi rice evenly between two bowls.
- Step 3: Arrange marinated tuna over rice, then top with 1 medium diced avocado, 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumber, and 2 tbsp pickled ginger.
- Step 4: Sprinkle each bowl with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sushi-Style Tuna Poke Bowl with Sesame and Avocado take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sushi-Style Tuna Poke Bowl with Sesame and Avocado?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sushi-Style Tuna Poke Bowl with Sesame and Avocado?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sushi-Style Tuna Poke Bowl with Sesame and Avocado for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Sushi-Style Tuna Poke Bowl with Sesame and Avocado?
Japanese sushi like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
