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Tuna Avocado Crispy Rice Salad

Tuna Avocado Crispy Rice Salad
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Tuna Avocado Crispy Rice Salad is a delightful and nutritious dish that brings together the creamy richness of avocado, the protein-packed goodness of canned tuna, and a medley of fresh vegetables. Tossed in a tangy sesame-soy dressing and served on a bed of crunchy baked rice, this salad is perfect for busy weeknights or as an impressive addition to any gathering. With its vibrant colors and textures, it’s not just a meal but an experience that will satisfy your taste buds without taking hours to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked jasmine or sushi rice, cooled
  • 2 tbsp tamari or all-purpose soy sauce
  • 1 tsp dark soy sauce (optional)
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ cup whole-egg mayonnaise or plant-based alternative
  • 3 tbsp tamari or all-purpose soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice apple vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp sriracha (optional)
  • 425 g canned tuna in oil, drained
  • 2 Lebanese cucumbers, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 cup frozen edamame beans, thawed
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 2 spring onions, finely sliced
  • 1 tsp black sesame seeds
  • Chilli crisp or chilli oil (optional)
  • 1 fresh jalapeño, sliced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Spread the cooled cooked rice onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with tamari, dark soy sauce if using, sesame oil, and olive oil. Toss everything together until well-coated.
  2. Place the tray in the oven and let it bake for 40-50 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes until golden brown.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine all your dressing ingredients: mayonnaise, tamari or soy sauce, rice apple vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and sriracha if desired. Whisk until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, add your drained tuna, cucumber slices, edamame beans, diced avocado, finely sliced spring onion, and the crispy rice.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture. Sprinkle with black sesame seeds and top with chilli crisp or oil along with sliced jalapeños if desired.
  6. Give everything a gentle toss before serving.

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