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Ahi Poke Salad

When I’m craving something light yet deeply satisfying, this keto ahi poke salad is my go-to. It combines sashimi-grade tuna with crunchy macadamia nuts, fresh ginger, and a whisper of sesame oil, all spooned into refreshing lettuce cups. The flavors meld beautifully after a quick chill, making it a perfect low-carb lunch or appetizer that never feels like a compromise.

15 min Prep time 0 min Cook time 15 min Total time 4 Servings 320 Calories
Ahi Poke Salad

Ingredients

  • /4 pounds ahi tuna, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
  • /4 cup minced onion
  • /4 cup minced green onion
  • teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • tablespoons lightly crumbled wakame seaweed
  • tablespoon ground roasted macadamia nuts
  • teaspoons sesame oil
  • /2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • leaves iceberg lettuce
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Start by dicing the ahi tuna into uniform half-inch cubes—this ensures each bite gets a perfect mix of flavors. In a mixing bowl, combine the tuna with minced onion, green onion, fresh ginger, wakame seaweed, ground macadamia nuts, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes. I like to fold everything together gently with a spatula to avoid breaking the fish. Cover the bowl and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least an hour

  2. Step 2

    this chill time allows the ingredients to marry beautifully. When you’re ready to serve, arrange the crisp iceberg lettuce leaves on a platter like little edible cups. Spoon the chilled poke mixture generously into each leaf, piling it high. Finally, scatter fresh cilantro over the top for a pop of color and herbal freshness. It’s a dish that feels celebratory yet is incredibly simple to pull off. I often make extra because the leftovers—if any—are fantastic straight from the fridge the next day.

Chef's Tip

For the cleanest cubes, pop the tuna in the freezer for 15 minutes before cutting; it makes slicing effortless. Toasting the macadamia nuts in a dry skillet for a minute or two brings out their buttery depth, taking the dish up a notch.

Storage Tips

Store any leftover poke mixture in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours; store the lettuce leaves separately to keep them crisp. Enjoy chilled straight from the fridge—no reheating needed, and the flavors often deepen overnight.

Variation Tips

For a different crunch, swap macadamia nuts with toasted sesame seeds or slivered almonds. Serve alongside cucumber slices or avocado halves for extra healthy fats, or swap iceberg for butter lettuce leaves if you prefer a softer, more tender cup. You can also add diced avocado directly into the poke mixture for creaminess.

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