PACIFIC RIM TUNA SALAD WITH PONZU DRESSING

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Categories     Salad     Citrus     Fish     Fruit     Herb     Low Cal     Low/No Sugar     Healthy

Yield 4 persons

Number Of Ingredients 24

Ponzu Dressing Ingredients
.5 cup orange juice
Juice from 2 large mexican limes
.5 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp red pepper flakes
.25 cup soy sauce
.25 cup mayo
1 tsp sugar
.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp sesame oil
Salad ingredients
1 12 oz bag spring mix
12 oz romaine, chopped 1/2 "( thes items are to be mixed together 50/50 mix for the salad base)
.25 of a small carrot, peeled and slivered
.5 cup raw jicima, peeled and slivered
1 pound fresh ahi tuna steaks
1 can mandarin oranges, drained
.5 cup cilantro leaves(stems removed)
one half a cucumber, sliced into thin strips
1 mango, peeled and sliced into 1/8 " strips
2 large haas avocados, sliced into 1/8" strips
1 1/2 cups cornbread croutons
3 6 inch flour tortillas, brushed with oil and coated with season salt, to be cut into triangles and baked at 350 degrees until crisp( or fried)
coarse ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1)Ponzu dressing preparation-In a large mixing bowl, pour the orange juice, lime juice, sesame oil, soy sauce, mayo, nad dry spices into the bowl and blend with a hand mixer until all the ingredients are well incorporated.Slowly drizzle the olive oil into the mixture blending all the while until all of the oil is blended into the dressing and the dressing is thickened(2-3 minutes Fold dressing into a container , cover and refrigerate until ready to use. 2)Coat fresh ahi tuna steaks with a mixture of salt, white pepper and garlic powder, and sear tuna to rare( or to taste)in a skillet at high heat. Slice into thin strips, and set aside for later use. 3)In a large mixing bowl, place the spring mix greens, chopped romaine,cilantro,4 ozs ponzu dressing, cornbread croutons, and black pepper, and toss well until all of the ingredients ae well mixed. Place this mixture equally into four large salad platters or shallow bowls. 4)Around the rim of the salad bowls, palce the fried tortilla triangles equally amongst the bowls in an esthetically pleasing manner. 5)Sprinkle the drained mandarin oranges equally among the four salad bowls. 6)Sprinkle the cucumber strips equally among the salad bowls. 7)sprinkle the carrots and jicima among the 4 salad bowls equally 8)Arrange the mango slices uqually among the salad bowls. 9)Arrange the sliced ahi tuna in the middle of the salads,top with a pinch of cilantro leaves and serve the extra ponzu dressing on the side in sperate dressing cups. Serve.

Shah Nawazbugti
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Overall, this is a great recipe that I would highly recommend. It's easy to make, delicious, and healthy.


Np rokka
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat fish. My kids love the sweet and tangy flavor of the ponzu dressing.


Black Goddess
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I've never been a big fan of tuna salad, but this recipe changed my mind! The ponzu dressing is amazing and the combination of flavors is perfect.


Lesli Linton
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tuna. I also like to add a handful of chopped nuts or seeds for extra crunch.


Frost Bite
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I was a bit skeptical about the ponzu dressing, but I'm so glad I tried it! It really made the dish something special.


Roderick Roberts
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This salad is so easy to make and it's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Shawnee Kaq
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I love how versatile this recipe is! I've used different types of tuna, vegetables, and even added some cooked quinoa for a heartier meal. It's always delicious.


Hasan Ahmed Raj
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The tuna salad is light and refreshing, and the ponzu dressing adds a wonderful depth of flavor.


Laiba Nor
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the unique and delicious flavor. The ponzu dressing really made the dish special.


kenula kalhara
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This Pacific Rim tuna salad was a delightful culinary journey! The ponzu dressing added a burst of tangy, umami flavor that complemented the tuna and vegetables perfectly. I highly recommend following the recipe and using high-quality ingredients for