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Sliced pan-seared tuna steak with pineapple salsa and guacamole on a slate plate

Pan-Seared Tuna Steak with Tropical Salsa and Guacamole

This Pan-Seared Tuna Steak with Tropical Salsa and Guacamole is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish perfect for a light dinner. The tuna is seared to perfection—crispy on the outside and tender inside—then paired with a zesty pineapple salsa and creamy guacamole. It’s fresh, colorful, and ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, lunch
Cuisine: california-style, caribbean, fusion
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Tuna Steaks:
  • 4 tuna steaks about 6 oz each
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika or chili powder optional
For the Tropical Salsa:
  • 1 cup pineapple diced
  • 1/2 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño minced (optional)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
  • Pinch of salt
For the Guacamole:
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 small tomato diced
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Prep Salsa: Mix pineapple, cucumber, onion, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, and salt. Chill until ready to serve.
  2. Make Guacamole: Mash avocados in a bowl. Add tomato, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well and set aside.
  3. Season Tuna: Pat dry tuna steaks. Rub with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika (if using).
  4. Sear Tuna: Heat a pan over high heat. Sear tuna for 1.5–2 minutes per side for rare, or longer for desired doneness.
  5. Serve: Slice tuna and plate with a scoop of tropical salsa and guacamole.