Sushi-Style Tuna Tartare with Avocado and Soy-Ginger Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-12 · Updated 2026-07-12

Fresh diced tuna combined with creamy avocado and a tangy soy-ginger dressing, served as an elegant and refreshing appetizer. This Japanese-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, layers sushi-grade tuna, ripe avocado, soy sauce into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. 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
• 1 medium ripe avocado
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 2 thinly sliced scallions
• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
• a pinch red chili flakes
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Dice 8 oz sushi-grade tuna into 1/4-inch cubes and place in a bowl. Peel and dice 1 medium ripe avocado into similar-sized cubes and gently fold into the tuna.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 tbsp lime juice until combined and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Pour the soy-ginger dressing over the tuna and avocado mixture, then add 2 thinly sliced scallions, 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds, a pinch of red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to taste. Gently toss to combine without mashing the avocado.
4. Step 4: Plate immediately in small serving dishes or use a ring mold for a neat presentation. Garnish with extra scallions or sesame seeds if desired.