Tuna Recipe

Time25m
Serves6

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Ingredients

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Tuna Mixture

Method

Tuna Mixture

1

Prepare tuna

Pat the sashimi-grade tuna dry with paper towels. Trim any sinew and cut into 1/4-inch dice so pieces are small but still have texture.

2

Mince aromatics

Finely mince the red onion and scallions. Place them in a small bowl and sprinkle with a pinch of the sea salt; let sit 5 minutes, then squeeze lightly to remove excess sharpness and moisture.

3

Mix dressing

In a medium bowl whisk together the Dijon mustard, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, remaining sea salt, and black pepper until emulsified.

4

Combine

Add the diced tuna, drained minced red onion and scallions, chopped capers, minced cornichons, and chopped parsley to the bowl with the dressing. Gently fold with a spoon until tuna is evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning with more lemon, salt, or pepper as desired. Cover and chill 10–15 minutes to let flavors meld (optional; can serve immediately).

To Serve

5

Prepare avocado

Halve, pit, and dice the avocado. If you prefer slices, thinly slice instead. Lightly toss the avocado with a few drops of lemon juice and a pinch of salt to prevent browning.

6

Assemble

Arrange the toasted baguette slices or crostini on a platter. Spoon about 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons of the tuna mixture onto each crostini (or create small quenelles on a serving plate). Garnish each portion with a few microgreens or a small mound of mixed greens and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds if using.

7

Finish

Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges on the side for squeezing. Store any leftover tuna mixture covered in the refrigerator and consume within 24 hours.