Vegan Watermelon Tuna is a unique, tasty, and plant-based dish. We will prepare this hearty and game-changer recipe with fresh watermelon, gluten-free tamari sauce, and fresh nori sheets. Mix the watermelon with other ingredients to give it a flavor similar to tuna. The outcome is a light and simple supper that can be savored any time of year or on hot summer days. It is also a nutritious and refreshing food. You can utilize Vegan Watermelon Tuna as a garnish for pasta or simple salads. Additionally, this tuna has only six grams of sugar.
Let’s prepare the yummy tuna with the guidelines (mentioned below).
STATS
- Course: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-free
- Total Time: Sixteen minutes
- Preparation Time: Ten minutes
- Cook Time: Six minutes
- Method: Stovetop
EQUIPMENT
- A sharp knife
- Nonstick pan
- One silicon spatula
- Serving dish
INGREDIENTS
- Half a small unripe and seedless watermelon, approx 1 cup
- Minced nori sheets 4, approx.one-fourth cup
- One tbsp of neutral oil
- Four tbsps of low-sodium tamari sauce
- Apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp
- 2 tbsps of white miso paste
INSTRUCTIONS
- First, remove the harder outer layer of the watermelon.
- After that, divide it into fine pieces with the help of a sharp chef’s knife.
- Next, add neutral oil to a nonstick pan.
- Then, warm the pan over a moderate stovetop fire.
- After that, add minced nori sheets to the pan.
- Simmer it for about two to three minutes.
- Next, add the tamari sauce, apple cider vinegar, and white miso paste to the mixture of the nori.
- Mix all ingredients with a silicon spatula.
- After that, sliced watermelons the tamari, and miso paste.
- Again cook all items for approximately two to three minutes.
- The yummy and tangy Watermelon Tuna is ready.
- Place the watermelon pieces into a serving dish and serve.
FLAVOR VARIATIONS AND ADD-INS OF THE TUNA
Garlic:
- Incorporate raw crushed garlic into the tuna for a savory and garlicky flavor.
Sesame seeds:
- Top the tuna with roasted or simple sesame seeds.
Scallions:
- Add sliced green scallions to the tuna marinated mixture.
Hot sauce:
- You can use spices such as hot sauce or red pepper flakes to the tuna.
Ginger:
- This watermelon tuna pairs well with the crushed ginger.
Liquid smoke:
- We can incorporate a dash of liquid smoke into the watermelon tuna.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
- Serve the watermelon tuna with homemade vegan sushi or poke bowl.
- Enjoy the tuna with rainbow vegan sushi rolls.
- Roasted asparagus, sesame ginger sauce, or vegan creamy pesto work well with this dish.
- Accompany the tuna with brioche buns, crispy wonton chips, and pinwheels.
- Pair this dish with cucumber lemonade, sparkling water, or dry rose tea.
TIPS
- Choose a firm and slightly under ripe watermelon.
- Cut the watermelon into different shapes such as slabs, strips, or cubes.
- Utilize high-quality marinade items such as soy sauce, avocado oil, or tamari sauce.
- Taste the watermelon and balance the flavors before serving.
STORAGE INFORMATION
Fridge:
- Save the remaining watermelon slices in a covered dish and refrigerate them for 4 to 6 days. It becomes even more delectable when the flavors combine and marinade over time.
Freezer:
- I won’t recommend you freeze this tuna, as the taste will change after freezing.
FAQs
Where can I buy minced nori sheets?
- You can typically discover Nori sheets in health food stores or the Asian food departments of most supermarkets.
Does watermelon tuna truly contain tuna?
- No, this recipe is a vegan substitute made with watermelon.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING
Total servings 4 watermelon slices
Total Calories 120 kcal
Carbohydrates 10 g
Protein 3 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Total Fat 7 g
Sugar 6 g
Sodium 400 mg
