Cilantro Pesto Primavera With Seared Tuna Recipe

Name: Cilantro Pesto Primavera With Seared Tuna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked penne rigate (about 2 cups); 1 tablespoon butter; 1 small zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced (about 3/4 cup); 1 small yellow squash, halved lengthwise and sliced (about 1/2 cup); 1/2 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed; 1/2 cup halved grape tomatoes; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 6 (6-ounce) Yellowfin tuna fillets; Cooking spray

Servings: persons

1
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain; place in a large bowl.
2
Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add zucchini, squash, and peas; saute 2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in tomatoes; saute 30 seconds. Add vegetable mixture and 1/2 cup Cilantro Pesto to pasta, tossing gently to coat.
3
Sprinkle salt and black pepper evenly over tuna. Return skillet to medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add tuna to pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Slice tuna across grain into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Spoon about 1 cup pasta mixture onto each of 6 plates; top each serving with 1 sliced tuna steak.
4
Note: Nutritional analysis includes Cilantro Pesto.

304

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces uncooked penne rigate (about 2 cups), 1 tablespoon butter, 1 small zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced (about 3/4 cup), 1 small yellow squash, halved lengthwise and sliced (about 1/2 cup), and more.

Yes, Cilantro Pesto Primavera With 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.

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Cilantro Pesto Primavera With Seared Tuna

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Variations & substitutions

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