Description

Enjoy a succulent Grilled Tuna Steak that is meaty, buttery, and packed with flavor. This recipe emphasizes the natural sweetness of the tuna, making it a perfect dish for seafood lovers looking for a healthy and quick gourmet meal.

Ingredients

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2 pieces (approx. 6-8 oz each) Fresh Tuna Steaks
2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1/2 teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
1 whole Fresh Lemon or Lime
1/2 teaspoon Optional Dried Oregano or Thyme
1/4 teaspoon Optional Garlic Powder

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Instructions

Remove tuna steaks from the refrigerator about 20 minutes before cooking to allow them to come to room temperature
Pat the surface of the tuna steaks dry with paper towels
Brush both sides of the steaks with Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Combine Kosher Salt, Freshly Cracked Black Pepper, and any optional dried herbs in a small bowl and sprinkle over the tuna steaks, pressing gently
Preheat the grill to high heat
Place the tuna steaks on the hot grill, close the lid, and cook for 1.5 to 2 minutes without moving them
Flip the steaks carefully using a thin metal spatula, and grill the other side for another 1.5 to 2 minutes
Remove the steaks from the grill and let them rest for 3 to 5 minutes, then serve with fresh lemon juice

Notes

Ensure the tuna is sushi-grade for the best flavor and safety.

Patting the fish dry is crucial for achieving a good sear on the grill.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 4 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 steak
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 0 g
Sodium: 450 mg
Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 0 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 48 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg