Seared Ahi Salad

Seared Ahi Salad is a popular dish featuring seared, rare tuna steak, typically served sliced over a bed of mixed greens or Asian-inspired slaw. The tuna is usually seasoned with sesame seeds and pan-seared quickly to keep the center pink and tender, often accompanied by a light soy-ginger or citrus vinaigrette. While rooted in Japanese culinary techniques, this dish is a staple of modern Hawaiian and Californian fusion cuisine.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is an excellent source of high-quality protein and healthy fats from the tuna, while being relatively low in carbohydrates. It provides key nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, selenium, and B vitamins, with a typical serving ranging from 350 to 500 calories depending on the dressing and added ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	420 kcal
Protein	38 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	24 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	680 mg
Selenium	68 mcg
Niacin (B3)	18 mg
Vitamin B12	5.2 mcg
Phosphorus	320 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Omega-3s	1.5 g
Iron	2.1 mg
Vitamin K	85 mcg

Per 1 salad (approx. 300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a perfect fusion of Japanese sashimi techniques with Western salad formats, becoming iconic in coastal dining. Nutritionally, the rare preparation preserves more heat-sensitive nutrients like B vitamins compared to fully cooked fish, while the tuna provides a potent dose of anti-inflammatory omega-3s.