Best Cajun Seared Tuna With A Thai Mango Jicama Salad Recipes

BLACKENED TUNA

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It may seem simple, but it's my favorite way to have tuna. Seared fish steaks are a Cajun tradition.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories Seafood Fish Tuna

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 ½ pounds fresh tuna steaks, 1 inch thick
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

Generously coat tuna with Cajun seasoning.
Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over high heat. When oil is nearly smoking, place steaks in pan. Cook on one side for 3 to 4 minutes, or until blackened. Turn steaks, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or to desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 53.5 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 26.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 545.6 mg

CAJUN TUNA SALAD

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I got this recipe from the Cooks.com website. I haven't tried it yet, but it looks like other types of salad that I like. Prep/cook time does not include time to hard boil the eggs.

Provided by Dr. Jenny

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 eggs, hard boiled, chopped fine
2 tablespoons dill relish
2 teaspoons Grey Poupon mustard
2 tablespoons Miracle Whip (or mayonnaise)
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1 (6 1/2 ounce) can tuna, drained

Steps:

Combine eggs and dill relish. Add the rest of the ingredients, except tuna, and mix well. Then add tuna. If mixture is dry, add more Miracle Whip/mayo.

MANGO AND JICAMA SALAD

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This pretty salad has become part of my regular summertime rotation because of its freshness and versatility-it's great with everything from grilled chicken to seafood! Try it with coconut-flavored vinegar for a fun tropical twist. -Carla Mendres, Winnipeg, Manitoba

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 medium jicama (about 1-1/2 pounds), peeled
1 medium mango, peeled
1 medium sweet red pepper
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/3 cup minced fresh chives

Steps:

For dressing, whisk together first 6 ingredients., Cut jicama, mango and red pepper into matchsticks; place in a large bowl. Toss with lime juice. Add herbs and dressing; toss to combine. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 78mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

JICAMA MANGO SALAD WITH CILANTRO AND LIME

Jicama Mango Salad with Cilantro and Lime image

A crisp and refreshing jicama salad, this salad goes really well with any Mexican or Asian dish.

Provided by GF mama

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 large jicama, peeled and cut into matchsticks
1 small red bell pepper, cut into matchsticks
1 large firm mango, peeled and cut into matchsticks
½ red onion, cut into matchsticks
½ cup chopped cilantro leaves
2 limes, juiced
¼ cup honey
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste

Steps:

Toss jicama, red pepper, mango, and red onion together in a large bowl. Set aside.
Stir cilantro, lime juice, honey, salt, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl.
Pour the cilantro mixture over the jicama mixture and toss to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 300.2 mg, Sugar 18.1 g