Basil Pesto Seared Tuna Recipe

Name: Basil Pesto Seared Tuna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 steaks about 1/2 pound each; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/8 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 garlic clove, peeled; 1 cups fresh basil leaves; 1/8 cup toasted pine nuts; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan; 1 tablespoons lemon juice; Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/grilled-tuna-with-basil-pesto-recipe.html?oc=linkback

Servings: persons

2 steaks about 1/2 pound each
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/8 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 garlic clove, peeled
1 cups fresh basil leaves
1/8 cup toasted pine nuts
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1 tablespoons lemon juice
Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/grilled-tuna-with-basil-pesto-recipe.html?oc=linkback

1
Preheat grill to 400 degrees F.
2
Wash and pat dry the tuna steaks. Season with salt and pepper and brush both sides with olive oil. Place tuna on hot grill and sear each side for 2 minutes for rare. If you prefer well done, cook the tuna an additional 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and let it rest.
3
Into the bowl of a food processor, add the garlic, basil leaves, pine nuts, salt, and pepper. Pulse until finely chopped. With the blender still running, slowly pour 1/2 cup of olive oil. Check for a thick, yet smooth consistency, adding more oil if necessary. Transfer to a bowl and stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan.
4
Slice the tuna across the grain and on a bias into 1/2-inch thick slices. Place the slices on a serving plate and drizzle with lemon juice. Sauce tuna with pesto.
5
Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/grilled-tuna-with-basil-pesto-recipe.html?oc=linkback

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 steaks about 1/2 pound each, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1/8 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 garlic clove, peeled, and more.

Yes, Basil Pesto Seared Tuna falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Basil Pesto Seared Tuna

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