Grilled Tuna Steaks – a delicious recipe with tuna, extra-virgin olive oil, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, lemon juice, Basil. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Seafood
Servings:persons
1
Prepare a charcoal or gas grill for medium-high heat or preheat a ridged grill pan over a medium-high flame.
2
Wash and pat the tuna dry with paper towels.
3
Brush both sides of the tuna with the oil and sprinkle with the salt and pepper.
4
Grill the tuna until just seared on the outside but still rare in the center, about 2 minutes per side.
5
If desired, continue cooking the tuna until just cooked through in the center, about 2 minutes longer per side.
6
Using a metal spatula, transfer the tuna to a cutting board and set aside for 5 minutes.
7
Using a large, sharp knife, cut the tuna across the grain and on a bias into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
8
Arrange the slices on a serving plate.
9
Drizzle with the lemon juice, and serve with the basil pesto.
271
kcal
Calories
24
g
Fat
1
g
Carbs
13
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
No additional tips available.
No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 6 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ahi tuna steaks (each about 1 pound and 2 inches thick), 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and more.
Yes, Grilled Tuna Steaks 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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