Asian tuna salad with avocado and cucumber

(simple and refined poke bowl style)

Ingredients (2–3 servings)

2 tbsp. of white and black sesame seeds

1 tbsp. of ground ginger

Black pepper & salt

Optional: cashews, lightly crushed

300 g fresh sashimi-grade tuna, diced

2 tasses de riz jasmin ou riz à sushi, cuit et refroidi

1 large English cucumber, sliced into half-moons

2 cups jasmine rice or sushi rice, cooked and cooled

2 green onions, finely sliced

Coriandre fraîche (optionnel)

Asian dressing

3 tbsp. of soy sauce

1 tsp. of sesame oil

1 tsp. of rice vinegar

1 tsp. of honey or maple syrup

½ tsp. of ginger

½ tsp. of lime juice

Preparation

1. Cook the rice and let it cool slightly.

2. Dry-toast the Merci sesame seeds for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

3. Prepare the tuna: gently toss with 1–2 tbsp. of the dressing.

4. Assemble the bowl:

• Place the rice at the bottom of the bowl
• Add the tuna, avocado, and cucumber
• Drizzle with the remaining dressing

5. Finish: sprinkle with sesame seeds, green onions, cilantro, and cashews (optional).

Merci variations & tips

Spicy: add sriracha or Merci chili flakes

Creamy: a drizzle of spicy mayo

Swap the tuna for salmon or marinated tofu

Lime zest for extra freshness