Tuna Steaks W Avocado Salsa

Elevate your dinner table with this stunning recipe for Tuna Steaks with Avocado Salsa, a symphony of vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfectly seared tuna steaks are seasoned simply with salt and pepper, letting their natural richness shine, while the creamy, zesty avocado salsa adds a fresh, summery contrast. The salsa, featuring ripe avocados, juicy roma tomatoes, tangy lime juice, and a touch of heat from jalapeño, is a refreshing topping that pairs beautifully with the tender fish. Quick to prepare, with just 20 minutes of prep and 8 minutes of cooking time, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at a weekend gathering. Serve this restaurant-quality meal with a light side salad or steamed vegetables, and garnish with extra cilantro for an elegant finish. Keywords: tuna steak recipe, avocado salsa, grilled tuna, easy seafood dinner, healthy dinner idea.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:28 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (approximately 6 oz each) tuna steaks
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 large ripe avocados
• 2 medium roma tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) cilantro
• 2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed) lime juice
• 1 whole (seeded and finely diced) jalapeño
• 1 clove (minced) garlic

Directions

Step 1

Season both sides of the tuna steaks with salt and black pepper. Set them aside to marinate slightly while you prepare the salsa.

Step 2

To make the avocado salsa, start by dicing the avocados and roma tomatoes into small, evenly sized pieces. Place them in a medium mixing bowl.

Step 3

Finely chop the red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño (if you prefer less heat, remove the seeds from the jalapeño before chopping). Add them to the bowl with the avocados and tomatoes.

Step 4

Add the freshly squeezed lime juice and minced garlic to the salsa mixture. Season with a small pinch of salt and gently mix everything together, being careful not to mash the avocados. Set the salsa aside.

Step 5

Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once the pan is hot, place the tuna steaks onto the skillet.

Step 6

Cook the tuna steaks for about 3-4 minutes per side for a medium-rare center, or longer if you prefer them more well-done.

Step 7

Remove the tuna steaks from the skillet and let them rest for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Serve the tuna steaks topped with a generous spoonful of fresh avocado salsa. Garnish with additional chopped cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1384.8 grams (1384.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1780

Total Fat 91.60g	117%
Saturated Fat 14.20g	71%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 265mg	88%
Sodium 2626mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 52.80g	19%
Dietary Fiber 30.70g	110%
Total Sugars 8.20g
Protein 187.30g	375%

Vitamin D 884IU	4418%
Calcium 150mg	12%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 5093mg	108%

*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: 46.2%

Protein: 42.0%

Carbs: 11.8%