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Tuna Tacos

Quick and fresh tuna tacos with creamy avocado, crisp onion, and a bright squeeze of lime. Perfect for a weeknight dinner that feels special.

Total time
30 min
Servings
4
Calories
350
Protein
30g
Tuna Tacos
casualfreshMexicandairy-freetunacrispycreamyweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat the 1 lb tuna steaks dry and season both sides with 1 tsp salt. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Add the tuna and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until browned outside but still pink inside. Remove and let rest.

  3. Step 3

    While tuna rests, warm the 8 corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side, until soft and pliable. Wrap in a clean towel to keep warm.

  4. Step 4

    Mash the 1 avocado with juice of 1 lime and a pinch of salt. Thinly slice the 0.5 red onion and chop the 0.5 cup cilantro.

  5. Step 5

    Slice the rested tuna into thin strips. Divide the avocado mixture among the tortillas, top with tuna, onion, and cilantro.

  6. Step 6

    Serve with remaining lime cut into wedges for squeezing over the tacos.

Tools you’ll need

  • skillet
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • mixing bowl
  • fork

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