Fresh Tuna Steaks on a Bed of Couscous
Elevate your dinner with this Mediterranean-inspired recipe for Fresh Tuna Steaks on a Bed of Couscous—a vibrant dish that balances bold flavors with wholesome ingredients. Perfectly seared fresh tuna steaks, marinated in zesty lemon and olive oil, take center stage, while a bed of fluffy couscous provides the perfect base with its medley of crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, red onion, fresh parsley, and salty crumbled feta. Quick to prepare with just 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or an elegant dinner party. Pair it with your favorite white wine for a meal that’s light, flavorful, and filled with Mediterranean flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Fresh tuna steaks
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 whole Lemon
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 2 cups Couscous
- 2.5 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 small Cucumber
- 0.5 whole Red onion
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese
Instructions
Pat dry the tuna steaks with paper towels, rub each piece with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, and the juice of 1 lemon. Set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.
In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Stir in the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the liquid.
Fluff the couscous with a fork and mix in finely chopped parsley, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese. Add the juice of the second lemon and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the tuna steaks for 1.5 to 2 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer if you prefer them more well-done. Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes.
To serve, spoon the couscous mixture onto plates to form a bed. Place a tuna steak on top of each portion, and garnish with additional parsley if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2556 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.9 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.3 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 371 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 5554 mg | 241% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.2 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.8 g | ||
| Protein | 224.5 g | 449% | |
| Vitamin D | 45.7 mcg | 228% | |
| Calcium | 654 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 6388 mg | 136% | |
*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.
