🌿 Seared Tuna Steaks with Pea Shoot Salad, Sweet Peppers & Baby Plum Tomatoes

Name: 🌿 Seared Tuna Steaks with Pea Shoot Salad, Sweet Peppers & Baby Plum Tomatoes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 fresh tuna steaks (approximately 175g each) 1 tablespoon olive oil Zest and juice of 1 lemon 1 garlic clove, minced Salt and freshly ground black pepper Optional: 1 teaspoon crushed coriander seeds or ½ teaspoon smoked paprika for added flavor; 2 handfuls of fresh pea shoots 1 cup baby plum tomatoes, halved 1 red sweet pepper, thinly sliced 1 yellow sweet pepper, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, torn 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed Optional: 1 small red chili, finely sliced, for a spicy kick; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon honey or sugar Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

5 steps

Prep:20minCook:10min

A vibrant and flavorful recipe that combines seared tuna steaks with a fresh pea shoot salad, sweet peppers, and baby plum tomatoes. With your assortment of herbs and spices, this dish is both aromatic and delicious!

Updated at: Sat, 19 Apr 2025 18:02:40 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Great

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Low

Nutrition per serving

Calories592.2 kcal (30%)

Total Fat24.8 g (35%)

Carbs19.9 g (8%)

Sugars9.9 g (11%)

Protein74.1 g (148%)

Sodium992.7 mg (50%)

Fiber5 g (18%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1

Marinate the Tuna: In a bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon zest and juice, minced garlic, and optional spices. Place the tuna steaks in the marinade, ensuring they're well-coated. Let them marinate for at least 10 minutes.

Step 2

Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the pea shoots, halved baby plum tomatoes, sliced sweet peppers, basil, mint, capers, and optional chili.

Step 3

Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey or sugar, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Step 4

Cook the Tuna: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the tuna steaks from the marinade and season with salt and pepper. Sear the tuna for about 1-2 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer to your desired doneness. Once cooked, let the tuna rest for a couple of minutes before slicing.

Step 5

Assemble the Dish: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Divide the salad between two plates. Slice the rested tuna steaks and place them atop the salad.