CANNELLINI & TUNA SALAD
INGREDIENTS
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1 small Mitch’s Catch Tuna Loin (~0.250-0.300kg)
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1-3 Calabrian chilies depending on spice level desired, chopped or 1 tbsp Chili P
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1 can of Cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
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½ of a small white or red onion
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1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
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Juice of 1 large lemon
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1-2 garlic cloves, chopped
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¼ cup fresh oregano, chopped
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¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
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Salt to taste

Cold salad option

Warmed salad option
HOW TO
For dressing:
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Add lemon juice, half of the chopped garlic, half of the chopped oregano, and salt to a small dish.
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Whisk in olive oil
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Set a side or place in fridge
For tuna:
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Thaw out of plastic or 2-3 hours either at room temp or in your fridge
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Pat dry with paper towel and season with salt and pepper or any seasoning of your choice
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Add oil to a nonstick or cast iron pan
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Sear tuna (20 sec a side) on high heat
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Remove once all sides ave started to turn white
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Remove from pan and allow to cool for 2-3 min before slicing
Options to serve warm or cold
For the cold salad:
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Simply pour dressing over halved cherry tomatoes, rinsed cannellini beans, and diced red onions.
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Plate seared tuna loin on top & enjoy!
For the warmed bean salad:
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Add olive oil to a sauce pan on medium heat
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Add onion and the remainder of garlic & oregano
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Once fragrant, add Calabrian chilies and cherry tomatoes
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Once cherry tomatoes have begin to break down, add rinsed Cannellini
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Once beans are warm, transfer everything to a serving dish
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Place sliced tuna on top, drizzle with dressing, and garnish with basil
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Enjoy!