Jun 09 2026
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Seared Ahi Mango Salad Recipe

Inspired by Smokin Fins
Time30m
Serves2

Sesame-crusted ahi, avocado, spring mix, cabbage, edamame, red onion, carrot, cucumber sunomono, and Asian sesame vinaigrette.

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Sunomono Ingredients

Asian Sesame Vinaigrette Ingredients

Method

Prepare the Sunomono

  1. 1

    Make the Sunomono Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until well combined.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Cucumber

    Thinly slice the cucumber and place it in a bowl. Pour the sunomono dressing over the cucumber and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Prepare the Salad Ingredients

  1. 3

    Prepare the Ahi Tuna

    Coat the ahi tuna steaks with sesame seeds on all sides, pressing gently to adhere.

  2. 4

    Slice the Vegetables

    Slice the avocado, red onion, and julienne the carrot. Set aside.

  3. 5

    Prepare the Spring Mix

    In a large salad bowl, combine the spring mix greens, shredded cabbage, edamame, sliced red onion, and julienned carrot.

Cook the Ahi Tuna

  1. 6

    Sear the Ahi Tuna

    Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of oil and sear the ahi tuna steaks for 1-2 minutes on each side, until golden brown and medium-rare in the center.

  2. 7

    Slice the Ahi Tuna

    Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest for a minute. Then slice it thinly.

Make the Vinaigrette

  1. 8

    Combine Vinaigrette Ingredients

    In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic until well combined.

Assemble the Salad

  1. 9

    Combine Salad Ingredients

    Add the marinated cucumber to the salad bowl with the spring mix. Drizzle the Asian sesame vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.

  2. 10

    Top with Ahi Tuna

    Arrange the sliced ahi tuna on top of the salad and garnish with avocado slices.

  3. 11

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your Seared Ahi Mango Salad!

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