Canned Tuna Poke Bowl (View Print Version)

Quick fresh poke bowl with tuna, veggies, and zesty dressing—easy, delicious, and ready in 15 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1 can (5 oz) tuna in water, drained

→ Rice Base

02 - 2 cups cooked sushi rice
03 - Brown rice or cauliflower rice may be substituted

→ Vegetables & Toppings

04 - 1/2 cup diced cucumber
05 - 1/2 ripe avocado, sliced
06 - 1/4 cup shredded carrots
07 - 1/4 cup shelled, cooked edamame beans
08 - 2 radishes, thinly sliced
09 - 2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions
10 - 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

→ Dressing

11 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
12 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
13 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
14 - 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
15 - 1/2 teaspoon honey or maple syrup

# Method:

01 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha, and honey or maple syrup until well combined.
02 - In a separate bowl, flake the drained tuna and gently toss with 1 tablespoon of the prepared dressing. Set aside.
03 - Evenly divide the cooked sushi rice between two serving bowls.
04 - Arrange the cucumber, avocado, shredded carrots, edamame, radishes, and scallions over the rice.
05 - Place the dressed tuna on top of each bowl.
06 - Drizzle the remaining dressing over the bowls and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This version comes together in 15 minutes, so you don’t need to starve while contemplating dinner.
  • The combination of crunchy, creamy, and tangy never disappoints, and the toppings can change based on your mood or what’s hiding in your crisper.
02 -
  • Using tuna packed in oil made the first version unexpectedly heavy—it’s best to stick with tuna in water.
  • I learned not to pour hot dressing over the veggies; it keeps everything crisp and fresh if you let the dressing cool slightly.
03 -
  • Assembling all your toppings before starting makes for a stress-free, joyful build.
  • Taste the dressing before using—it’s easier to adjust the saltiness or sweetness upfront than after.
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