CHAR-GRILLED TUNA WITH TOASTED CORN VINAIGRETTE AND AVOCADO SALAD

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Char-Grilled Tuna With Toasted Corn Vinaigrette And Avocado Salad image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings

Time 1h30m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
1 tablespoon chopped rosemary
2 tablespoons chopped basil
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger
4 3-by-3-by-2-inch cubes of fresh tuna, 6 ounces each
1/2 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup fresh corn kernels
1/3 cup minced red onion
1/3 cup chopped scallions
3/4 teaspoon finely chopped fresh ginger
1 small clove garlic, peeled and minced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
3/4 teaspoon chopped thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped basil
3/4 teaspoon chopped cilantro, plus a few whole leaves for garnish
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
4 cups mixed salad greens
2 avocados, peeled, halved, pitted and each half sliced in half lengthwise

Steps:

  • To make the tuna, combine the lemon rind, rosemary, basil, garlic and ginger in a large bowl and toss with the tuna. Let marinate at least 1 hour. Heat a grill, preferably using hard wood.
  • To make the vinaigrette, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a medium-size cast-iron skillet. Add the corn and cook until brown. Add the red onion and scallions and cook until translucent. Add the ginger and garlic and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in the vinegar and orange juice and remove from heat. Slowly stir in the remaining olive oil and the herbs. Season with salt and pepper. Let stand at room temperature.
  • To make the salad, divide the greens among 4 plates. Cut each piece of avocado lengthwise into thirds, leaving the narrow ends intact. Fanning out the slices, lean 2 slices against the outside of each salad.
  • When the grill is hot, season the tuna on both sides with the salt and pepper and brush with olive oil. Place on the grill and cook until tuna is charred on the outside and medium in the center, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove from heat and slice each piece into quarters. Drape 4 slices of tuna across the top of each salad. Spoon the vinaigrette over the top, garnish with cilantro leaves and serve immediately.

Strahinja Milosevic
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I'll definitely make this again. Thanks for sharing this!


kate Dennis
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The slight char on the tuna is perfection.


Tamesha Boyne
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook tuna. This recipe is definitely a keeper.


Aghogho Darlington
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This dish is so easy to make. I'll make it again and again.


Valorie Life is a highway
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The avocado, corn, and tuna all worked so well together.


Allan Valerio
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover corn. I had so fun!


Paige Sims
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I'm not a big fan of tuna, but I loved this dish! The flavors were amazing and the tuna was so moist and flavorful.


Dot Gamer BD
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This recipe is a keeper! The tuna is cooked perfectly and the vinaigrette is delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Daphine donnely
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover corn and it's a delicious and healthy meal.


Sagor Shak
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This dish is perfect for a summer cookout. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to make ahead of time.


Dil Aawaiz
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of fish you like and you can adjust the ingredients to your own taste.


Fortil Andre
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. It's sure to be a hit at your next dinner party.


Jennifer Shorty (beautiful disaster)
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without complaint.


Ciro Piroscia
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This dish is healthy and delicious. It's a great option for a light summer meal.


Polash barua
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook tuna. This recipe is definitely a keeper.


Antonio V
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This dish is so easy to make. I had it on the table in less than 30 minutes.


Zohaib jadoon Khan great
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The sweetness of the corn, the acidity of the vinaigrette, and the richness of the avocado all come together perfectly.


PAKISTAN SUPER LEAGUE 2019
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover corn. I had some leftover from a cookout and this was the perfect way to use it up.


Mary Alou
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I'm not a big fan of tuna, but I loved this dish! The flavors were amazing and the tuna was so moist.


Sinthiya Akter
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This recipe was a hit at my last dinner party! The tuna was cooked perfectly and the vinaigrette was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.