Name: Gourmet Melon and Tuna Napoleon
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons goat cheese; 1 and 1/2 ounces grapeseed oil; 1 lime juice; 1 teaspoon mint; 1/2 teaspoon tarragon; 1/8 teaspoon pink peppercorns, crushed; 6 tablespoons sushi grade tuna, small dice; 6 tablespoons galia melon, small dice; 6 tablespoons watermelon, small dice; 6 sprigs tarragon or mint leaves; 1 pinch salt and pepper; 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil

Serves: 6 servings

Ingredients: 12

A sophisticated and visually stunning dish featuring layers of fresh tuna, assorted melons, and goat cheese, finished with a delicate herb and citrus dressing.

Ingredients

6	tablespoons goat cheese
1 ¹⁄₂	ounces grapeseed oil
1	lime juice
1	teaspoon mint
¹⁄₂	teaspoon tarragon
¹⁄₈	teaspoon pink peppercorns, crushed
6	tablespoons sushi-grade tuna, small dice
6	tablespoons galia melon, small dice
6	tablespoons watermelon, small dice
6	sprigs tarragon or mint leaves
1	pinch salt and pepper
1	teaspoon extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

1.	In a food processor, combine goat cheese with a pinch of salt and freshly ground pepper until the cheese reaches a soft and creamy consistency. Transfer the mixture into a pastry bag for precision.
2.	Prepare the dressing by whisking together grapeseed oil, lime juice, fragrant mint, aromatic tarragon, and crushed pink peppercorns. Toss the dressing separately with the sushi-grade tuna, sweet galia melon, and refreshing watermelon in designated bowls.
3.	To assemble the Napoleon, place a ring mold on a flat surface. Begin by layering 1 ounce of diced tuna at the bottom, followed by 1/2 ounce of whipped goat cheese. Continue the layers with 1 ounce of diced galia melon topped with another 1/2 ounce of goat cheese. Complete the final layer with diced watermelon and gently lift the ring mold. Garnish the top with a dollop of goat cheese, a drizzle of high-quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

Published on Jul 18, 2024 by Luminița