Description
Spicy tuna bowls with cauliflower rice offer a zesty, low-carb lunch solution packed with protein and flavor. Meal preppers can enjoy this quick, nutritious dish that brings Asian-inspired taste to healthy eating without sacrificing satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 3 (5 ounces/142 grams) cans of tuna, drained
Vegetables:
- 3 cups cauliflower rice
- 1 Persian cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2 green scallions, thinly sliced
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
- ½ tablespoon toasted black sesame seeds
- ½ tablespoon toasted white sesame seeds
Spicy Mayonnaise:
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 1 ½ tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Transform whole cauliflower into rice-like texture using a food processor, creating fine, uniform granules that mimic traditional grain consistency.
- Gently steam the cauliflower rice until soft and slightly translucent, ensuring it maintains a light, fluffy texture without becoming mushy.
- While cauliflower rice is still warm, drizzle with seasoned rice vinegar, tossing delicately to infuse subtle tangy notes throughout the mixture.
- Distribute the aromatic cauliflower rice evenly across three meal preparation containers, creating a uniform base layer.
- Craft a vibrant spicy sauce by whisking mayonnaise, sriracha, and toasted sesame oil until smooth and well-integrated.
- Fold drained tuna into the zesty sauce, ensuring each flake becomes thoroughly coated with the fiery, fragrant mixture.
- Carefully nestle the spicy tuna alongside the cauliflower rice in each container, creating an appetizing visual contrast.
- Slice cucumber into delicate, translucent rounds and arrange artfully atop the cauliflower base.
- Sprinkle a combination of black and white sesame seeds across the dish, adding texture and nutty undertones.
- Garnish the spicy tuna with finely sliced green scallions, providing a fresh, sharp accent to the rich mixture.
- Securely seal containers and refrigerate, consuming within three days for optimal flavor and quality.
Notes
- Customize spice levels by adjusting sriracha sauce to match your personal heat tolerance.
- Prep-ahead strategy allows for quick, delicious lunches throughout the week, saving time and reducing daily cooking stress.
- Cauliflower rice offers a low-carb, nutrient-dense alternative to traditional grains, perfect for health-conscious eaters.
- Toasted sesame seeds and scallions provide crunchy texture and vibrant flavor boost to the entire dish.
- Refrigerate meal prep containers for maximum freshness, consuming within 3 days to ensure optimal taste and food safety.
- Use high-quality canned tuna for the best flavor and protein-packed meal that’s both convenient and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg