Grilled Tuna and Star Fruit Salad (Sara Moulton) |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ingredients:
1 1/2 pounds fresh tuna, swordfish or salmon fillet, 1-inch thick, cut into 4 pieces |
mustard dressing, recipe follows |
2 star fruit, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch thick slices |
8 cups torn mixed lettuce |
1 cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced |
3 green onions, sliced |
1/2 cup mayonnaise |
1 tablespoon lime or lemon juice |
1 1/2 teaspoons dijon mustard |
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill |
1/4 teaspoon paprika |
Directions:
1. Arrange the tuna on a lightly oiled grilling tray or broiler pan. Place 1/4 cup of the Mustard Dressing in a small bowl. Brush some dressing over the fish. Grill or broil, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
2. Turn the fish and arrange the star fruit alongside it on the grilling tray. Brush the fish and star fruit lightly with the dressing. Return to the grill. Cook for 3 to 6 minutes longer, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
3. Combine the lettuce and cucumber in a large salad bowl. Add the remaining dressing and toss to coat well. Divide the salad evenly among 4 dinner plates. Place 1 piece of tuna on the center of each salad. Arrange the star fruit slices around each salad plate. Sprinkle with green onions.
4. Mustard Dressing:
5. Combine the mayonnaise, lime juice, mustard, dill, and paprika in a small bowl and mix well. Chill until ready to use.
6. Yield: about 1/2 cup
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