Sesame-Seared Tuna with Bok Choy

Dinner · Easy · 16 min (8 prep + 8 cook) · Makes 1 serving (~70 g protein). Use the planner's servings stepper to batch-cook.
High-proteinLow-carbGluten-freeDairy-free
Sesame-Seared Tuna with Bok Choy — high-protein dinner recipe

Sesame-Seared Tuna with Bok Choy delivers 70 g of protein for just 8 g net carbs — minimal fuss, maximum protein. It keeps net carbs low and added sugar near zero, so your energy stays steady.

70 gProtein
8 gNet carbs
18 gFat
3 gFiber
474Calories

Ingredients

  • 280 g Fresh tuna steak
  • 150 g Bok choy
  • 1 tbsp Soy sauce, ginger & garlic
  • 2 tsp Sesame oil & seeds

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet

Method

  1. Coat the tuna in sesame seeds and sear 1-2 min per side for rare.
  2. Stir-fry the bok choy with ginger, garlic and soy until just wilted.
  3. Slice the tuna and serve over the greens.

Storage & make-ahead

Fridge: keeps 3–4 days in an airtight container — reheat gently. Most portions freeze well for up to 2 months; thaw overnight.

Tip

A lean, restaurant-style plate. Don't overcook the tuna — it's best pink in the middle.

Dietary swaps

Soy-free: Soy sauce, ginger & garlic → coconut aminos (note: a couple of these shift the protein source slightly)

Full nutrition (estimated, per serving): 474 kcal · 70 g protein · 8 g net carbs · 18 g fat (3 g sat) · 3 g fiber · 0 g sugar · 940 mg sodium. Allergens: Fish, Soy. Macros are realistic estimates from standard food-composition values; brands and portions vary.

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