Quick Fix: Seared Tuna with Gazpacho Sauce features perfect flavor match

Linda Gassenheimer | Tribune News Service (TNS)

I was surprised by a light and refreshing sauce served at a local restaurant. They used gazpacho, a fresh tomato mixture usually served as a cold soup. I decided to use this style of sauce over a seared tuna steak. The flavorful sauce and tender tuna were a perfect match. A slice of garlicky toast with the dish was perfect for sopping up extra sauce.

Ahi tuna is best for this recipe. It is also known as yellowfin. Although any tuna can be used for the recipe, ask for sushi-grade ahi for best results, if available.

Helpful Hints:

— You can use any type of rice.

— If you don’t have a blender or food processor, just mix the sauce ingredients well together. The sauce will be chunky but still delicious.

Countdown:

— Microwave rice and set aside.

— Make sauce.

— Toast bread.

— Sear tuna.

Shopping List:

To buy: 3/4 pound tuna steaks, 1 package...