Gluten-Free Seared Tuna Steak

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Gluten-Free Seared Tuna Steak recipe, a quick and flavorful dish that's ready in just 20 minutes! Featuring tender tuna steaks marinated in a savory blend of gluten-free soy sauce, sesame oil, fresh ginger, and garlic, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of umami and zest. Searing the tuna to perfection creates a golden, crispy crust while keeping the inside delectably rare to medium-rare. Finished with a sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds, vibrant green onion slices, and a fresh squeeze of lime, this dish is not only gluten-free but also packed with healthy, bold flavors. Ideal for a light yet satisfying meal, pair it with steamed vegetables or a crisp salad for a restaurant-quality experience at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (approximately 6 oz each) tuna steaks
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 2 stalks green onions (sliced)
• 1 whole lime (cut into wedges)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the gluten-free soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Stir well to create a marinade.

Step 2

Place the tuna steaks in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let them marinate for at least 10 minutes, turning once to ensure both sides are coated.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it's hot but not smoking.

Step 4

Remove the tuna steaks from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off, and sprinkle them evenly with black pepper.

Step 5

Carefully place the tuna steaks in the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side. The outside should be browned and the inside rare to medium-rare.

Step 6

Sprinkle sesame seeds over the tuna steaks in the last minute of cooking, allowing them to lightly toast.

Step 7

Remove the tuna from the skillet and let rest for a minute before slicing.

Step 8

Garnish the seared tuna with sliced green onions and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Step 9

Enjoy your gluten-free seared tuna steak with your choice of sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	550 grams (550.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	957

Total Fat 54.40g	70%
Saturated Fat 8.50g	43%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.60g
Cholesterol 133mg	44%
Sodium 2886mg	125%
Total Carbohydrate 17.00g	6%
Dietary Fiber 5.00g	18%
Total Sugars 2.00g
Protein 96.20g	192%

Vitamin D 442IU	2209%
Calcium 87mg	7%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 1689mg	36%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.0%

Protein: 40.8%

Carbs: 7.2%