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Crispy Ahi Tuna Tortilla Bites

Crispy Ahi Tuna Tortilla Bites

with Avocado
40 min.
Time:
190
calories
Calories:
Health Score:
74 / 100
Ingredientsfor  
Ingredients
4 Tortillas (9-10" in diameter)
2 Tbsps olive oil
Sea salt
1 Lime
2 small Jalapeño
½ tsp ground Cumin
1 Tbsp Tequila (or cranberry juice)
1 tsp honey
peppers
1 lb Ahi Tuna (sushi-grade)
2 scallions
1 small Avocado
2 tsps Sesame seeds
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Preparation
1.
Crispy Ahi Tuna Tortilla Bites preparation step 1

Using a round tart ring with a diameter of approximately 2 1/4 inches, cut each tortilla into 4 circles.

2.
Crispy Ahi Tuna Tortilla Bites preparation step 2

Brush each side with olive oil and sprinkle one side with sea salt.

3.
Crispy Ahi Tuna Tortilla Bites preparation step 3

Place rounds on a baking sheet, salt side up, and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes until crispy. Remove from oven and allow to cool on a rack.

4.
Crispy Ahi Tuna Tortilla Bites preparation step 4

Cut lime in half and squeeze juice. Chop jalapeños and place in a bowl with cumin, 2 tablespoons lime juice, tequila, honey and a pinch of salt and pepper.

5.
Crispy Ahi Tuna Tortilla Bites preparation step 5

Stir in the remaining olive oil.

6.
Crispy Ahi Tuna Tortilla Bites preparation step 6

Rinse tuna, pat dry and cut into very small pieces.

7.
Crispy Ahi Tuna Tortilla Bites preparation step 7

Rinse and trim scallions. Cut some into thin strips for garnish and finely chop the rest.

8.
Crispy Ahi Tuna Tortilla Bites preparation step 8

Halve and peel avocado, remove pit and cut into small cubes.

9.
Crispy Ahi Tuna Tortilla Bites preparation step 9

Carefully mix tuna, scallions and avocado with the marinade.

10.
Crispy Ahi Tuna Tortilla Bites preparation step 10

Spoon the mixture onto tortillas and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Garnish to taste with scallion strips.

Nutritional values
1 serving contains
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
Calorie190 cal.(9 %)
Protein14 g(14 %)
Fat10 g(9 %)
Carbohydrates9 g(6 %)
Sugar added0 g(0 %)
Roughage1.5 g(5 %)
Healthy, because

Healthy, because

Marinated tuna brings plenty of omega-3 fatty acids, which protect our cardiovascular system, to this dish. In addition, the fish provides a lot of vitamin D, which strengthens the structure and function of muscles and supports healthy bones.

Even smarter

Even smarter

This marinated tuna mixture isn't just for finger food, but is delicious on top of salads as well. 

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