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Easy Skanking Recipe

Inspired by Nine Mile South Asheville
Time30m
Serves2

Grilled 3oz tuna steak with mixed greens, grilled pineapple, grape tomatoes, toasted sunflower seeds, gingered feta & a sprig of fresh mint. Served with mango vinaigrette.

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Ingredients

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Tuna Steak

Mixed Greens Salad

Mango Vinaigrette

Method

Grilling Tuna

1

Prepare the Grill

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

2

Season the Tuna

Rub the tuna steak with olive oil, salt, and black pepper on both sides.

3

Grill the Tuna

Place the seasoned tuna steak on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until cooked to your preference.

4

Remove from Grill

Once cooked, remove the tuna steak from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.

Preparing the Salad

5

Grill the Pineapple

Slice the pineapple into rings and grill for about 2-3 minutes on each side until caramelized and slightly charred.

6

Assemble the Salad

In a large bowl, combine mixed salad greens, grilled pineapple, grape tomatoes, and toasted sunflower seeds.

7

Add Feta and Mint

Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and fresh mint leaves over the salad.

Making the Vinaigrette

8

Combine Ingredients

In a small bowl, whisk together mango puree, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Serving

9

Plate the Dish

On a plate, place a generous portion of the salad and top it with the grilled tuna steak.

10

Drizzle Vinaigrette

Drizzle the mango vinaigrette over the tuna and salad before serving.

11

Garnish

Garnish with additional mint leaves if desired and serve immediately.