Friday, January 22, 2010

Salad of tuna, dried cranberry, almond flakes and balsamic dressing

Ingredients:
100g Mesclun greens
60g fresh tuna
20g Dried Cranberries
20g Almond flakes
8 Cherry tomatoes
40ml Balsamic Vineger
20ml Olive oil
5g salt
3g pepper
2g sugar

Methods:
1. Season tuna with salt and pepper, sear tuna over high heat, till nicely brown on the outside( 10s on each side), Slice Nicely.
2. Whisk balsamic vineger, olive oil, sugar, salt and pepper in a bowl to make dressing.
3. Toss Mesclun greens with dressing, add in cherry tomatoes, toasted almond flakes and dried cranberries.
4. Place sliced tuna on top of tossed salad.

* Cooking tips
- When searing tuna, make sure not to overcook it, as it will affect the texture of the fish.
- Always choose olive oil which is healthier then normal cooking oil as it is more beneficial to the heart.

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