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Seared Tuna Steak & Avocado Salad
Nutritional Role & Bio-benefit
Searing tuna rare preserves the heat-sensitive omega-3 fatty acids and selenium. This high-protein, low-carb meal is ideal for athletes in a caloric deficit who need maximum protein density without excess glycemic load.
How To Prepare
- 1Pat a 200g sushi-grade tuna steak dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and sesame seeds.
- 2Heat a cast iron skillet until smoking hot with 1 tbsp avocado oil.
- 3Sear tuna for 60-90 seconds per side — the center should remain raw/rare.
- 4Slice tuna against the grain and fan over a bed of mixed greens, sliced avocado, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes.
- 5Dress with a soy-ginger vinaigrette (soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, sesame oil).
Yield / Servings
1 Serving
Prep Time
12 mins cook
Macronutrients
Carbs: 12g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 22g
Personalized Portions & Macros
Scale this recipe's portion size to align with your bodyweight and athletic training requirements.
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Scaled Nutrition Results (1x serving)
406 kcalThis carbohydrate-dominant portion of 12g is ideal for glycogen replenishment. Recommended consumption window: 2-3 hours pre-event or immediately post-training to maximize glycogen re-synthesis.
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Bio-Booster Cooking Tips
- The thicker the tuna steak, the easier it is to achieve a rare center.
- Never use canned tuna for this recipe — only sushi-grade steaks.
- Add pickled ginger on the side for digestive enzyme support.