Spicy Tuna Tacos with Juicy Pear Salsa

Description

We made up this recipe with a Caribbean flair after my boyfriend came home with a pound of fresh, bright yellowfin tuna. You could even substitute canned tuna in a really tight pinch! Garnish with shredded lettuce, if desired.

Ingredients

  • ½ pear, diced
  • ½ medium red onion, diced
  • ½ carrot, peeled and finely chopped
  • ¼ red bell pepper, diced
  • ¼ yellow pepper, diced
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne powder
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound yellowfin tuna
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 4 (6 inch) flour tortillas

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 10 mins

Total Time: 35 mins

Servings: 4

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