Grilled Tuna Taco with California Avocado Tzatziki

Serves: 4

Ingredients


Grilled Tuna Taco

1 lb. sushi grade yellowfin tuna, cut into 8 logs (3/4 inch by 3 inches)
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 Tbsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. Ground coriander
As needed Salt and black pepper to taste
1/2 cup California olive oil
1/3 cup chopped cilantro
1 red onion, thinly sliced
10 cherry tomatoes, halved
3/4 cup sliced English cucumbers
1/8 tsp. salt, or to taste
1/8 tsp. black pepper, or, to taste
As needed Lemon juice to taste
1 1/2 Tbsp. olive oil
8 flour tortillas
As needed California Avocado Tzatziki (see make- ahead recipe below)
1 small bunch of fresh dill sprigs
1 small bunch of fresh mint, picked
2 ripe, fresh California Avocados, seeded and peeled, 1/4 inch sliced

California Avocado Tzatziki

2 cups plain yogurt
1 1/2 tsp. tahini paste
1 1/2 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. black pepper
1/4 cup diced cucumber, ΒΌ inch
1/4 cup diced, ripe, fresh California avocado, 1/4 inch
1/4 cup fork smashed, ripe, fresh California Avocado
1 1/2 tsp. grated lemon peel

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Peak California Avocado season generally is spring-summer. Look for California on the label to ensure you are selecting fresh avocados grown close to home. For more recipes visit CaliforniaAvocado.com/recipes.