Tuna Tartare

• extra virgin olive oil↗4 tablespoons
• lb sushi grade tuna, cut into 1/2 inch dice↗1 lb
• beefsteak tomato, peeled, seeded and diced↗1
• small shallot, minced↗1
• cup kalamata olive, pitted↗1⁄4 cup
• capers↗2 tablespoons
• large fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces↗4
• grated zest of half a lemon
• fresh lemon juice↗3 tablespoons
• cucumber, sliced thin↗1
• salt and pepper

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   On 6 cold plates chilled in your refrigerator, arrange the sliced Ontario greenhouse cucumbers in a circle.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the remaining ingredients and mix well. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   To serve, spoon tuna mixture on top of the cucumbers.

4. 4

   Quick tip.

5. 5

   Ahi or Yellowfin tuna is widely used in raw dishes, especially in sashimi.This fish is also great for grilling.