Y is for Yellowfin Tuna

Yellowfin Tuna is more commonly called Ahi Tuna.  That delicious fish served raw or quickly seared, and the star of sushi and poke bowls in Asian cuisine.   I used it to make this quick, delicious salad perfect for lunch or a light dinner.

A Composed Appetizer made For Grace #MoviesandMunchies

This Tunatini is a beautiful, elegant, tasty start to your dinner party.  It could also be served as a light lunch with some crusty bread.

Layers of fresh Ahi Tuna, Cucumber, and Avocado, layered in a slightly Spicy Sauce, in a Martini glass. Compose a dish as beautiful as it is delicious. 

Indian Cucumber Salad #Farmer'sMarketWeek

 This cucumber salad gets a makeover by adding the warm, fragrant flavors of India.  You will love it!!

We are celebrating Farmers Markets all week long......

Cucumber Avocado Salad #SundayFunday

Cucumbers, Avocados, Scallions, and Tomatoes are dressed simply with olive oil and lemon juice.  This is a great side dish for whatever you are serving up.  I used it to top Salmon Rice Bowls.

It's Cucumber season and the Sunday Funday Bloggers are serving them up in many different ways....

Sweet Potato Sushi and a Book Review #CooktheBooks

Vegetable Sushi containing Sweet Potato Fries, Avocado, and Cucumber makes a wonderful appetizer, snack, or light meal.

I adapted this recipe from one shared in our Cook the Books Club Selection for February/March......

Orange Salad with Spanish Pork #EattheWorld

Pork Tenderloin marinades overnight in a savory, slightly sweet sauce and then is chargrilled before being sliced and served on a salad of oranges and cucumbers. 

I served a side of Quinoa and Brown Rice with it but it's not necessary if you are trying to lighten up for the New Year......

Poisson Cru #EattheWorld

Tender delicious chunks of Sushi grade tuna tossed with tomatoes and cucumbers and dressed with coconut and lime.  An amazing appetizer or first course with very little work.

We are traveling to French Polynesia as we Eat the World......

Avocado Salad with Fresh Herb Dressing #SundayFunday

 Salad does not need to contain lettuce. This salad is chock full of avocados, cucumbers, tomatoes and onion tossed in a light oil and vinegar dressing that is flavored with fresh herbs.

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing Side Dishes perfect for your Memorial Day BBQ.......

Couscous Salad #SundayFunday

This salad starts with Israeli Couscous also known as Pearl Couscous.  Little balls of pasta are tossed with tomatoes, cucumbers and mint in a bright lemony dressing.

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing pasta/noodle salads today.....

Drinking and Dining Sustainably and Organically featuring a Guyanese Chickpea Salad #EattheWorld #WinePW

This delicious and easy salad goes together in a snap.  The bright vinaigrette is perfect with the creaminess of the chickpeas.  I served it as a side salad but also enjoyed it for a light lunch one day with a glass of wine.  

We are traveling to Guyana today in the Eat the World Challenge........

Greek Chicken Pita Sandwich #BBQWeek

 A quick and delicious meal that is perfect for eating al fresco as you enjoy the summer weather.  Tender chicken that has been marinated in lemon and spices before a quick cook on the grill.  Served with pita, fresh cucumbers, tomatoes and onions on top of a bright, tangy, cucumber sauce.

We are still celebrating BBQ Week........

Cucumber Cashew Salad #OurFamilyTable

This tasty salad is filled with Asian flavors and a great way to use up some of those cucumbers piling up on your counter this time of year.

The From Our Dinner Table Group is sharing Cookbook Recipes today........

Shopska Salata #EattheWorld

This Bulgarian Summer Salad is perfect to use up all the tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers that will be exploding from your gardens this season.

Join us today as we Eat the World on a virtual visit to Bulagaria.......

Watermelon Soup #SoupSaturdaySwappers

This delicious chilled soup is perfect for the first course eaten al fresco on a hot summer day.

The Soup Saturday Swappers are sharing Fruit Soups to enjoy for these dog days of summer........

Watermelon Salad #KitchenMatrixCookingProject

Juicy chunks of watermelon tossed with feta, cucumbers and tomatoes and seasoned with mint makes the perfect summer side for your next get together.