Seared Tuna Steaks with Zesty Avocado-Lime Salsa

Name: Seared Tuna Steaks with Zesty Avocado-Lime Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: oz Tuna Steaks; medium Avocado; medium Lime; tbsp Olive Oil; tsp Salt; tsp Black Pepper; cup Fresh Cilantro; medium Red Onion

"Quick and flavorful seared tuna steaks, perfectly complemented by a vibrant and refreshing salsa made with creamy avocado, tangy lime, and crisp red onion."

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2 Servings

Tuna Steaks
12 oz
Avocado
2 medium
Lime
2 medium
Olive Oil
1 tbsp
Salt
0.5 tsp
Black Pepper
0.3 tsp
Fresh Cilantro
0.3 cup
Red Onion
0.3 medium

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Prepare the Avocado-Lime Salsa: Halve and pit the avocados, then scoop out the flesh and dice it into small cubes. Finely dice the red onion and roughly chop the fresh cilantro. In a small bowl, combine the diced avocado, red onion, cilantro, the juice of one lime, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Gently mix to combine and set aside.

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Prepare the Avocado-Lime Salsa: Halve and pit the avocados, then scoop out the flesh and dice it into small cubes. Finely dice the red onion and roughly chop the fresh cilantro. In a small bowl, combine the diced avocado, red onion, cilantro, the juice of one lime, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Gently mix to combine and set aside.
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Prepare Tuna: Pat the tuna steaks dry thoroughly with paper towels. Season both sides of each tuna steak with the remaining 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
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Sear Tuna: Heat olive oil in a non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers and just begins to smoke. Add the seasoned tuna steaks to the hot skillet.
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Cook to Desired Doneness: Sear for 1-2 minutes per side for rare, 2-3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer for desired doneness. The cooking time will depend on the thickness of your tuna steaks and your preference.
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Serve: Carefully remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board for one minute. Slice the tuna steaks against the grain if desired, then top each serving with a generous spoonful of the fresh avocado-lime salsa. Serve immediately.