High Protein Grilled Ahi Tuna
Elevate your weeknight dinner or impress guests with this quick and nutritious **High Protein Grilled Ahi Tuna** recipe. Perfectly tender and bursting with flavor, these ahi tuna steaks are marinated in a mouthwatering blend of soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and minced garlic, then grilled to perfection in just minutes. A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds adds a delightful crunch, while the option to cook it medium-rare or to your desired doneness ensures every bite is a treat. Packed with lean protein and ready in under 30 minutes, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables, a crisp salad, or even your favorite grain for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal right at home. Key ingredients like ahi tuna, soy sauce, and sesame seeds make this recipe a must-try for seafood lovers looking for a healthy and flavorful option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 ounces each) Ahi tuna steaks
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, minced garlic, freshly ground black pepper, and salt to create a marinade.
Place the ahi tuna steaks in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the tuna, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, up to 1 hour, to let the flavors meld.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If using a charcoal grill, make sure the coals are properly heated and have a gray ash surface.
Remove the tuna from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Reserve the marinade.
Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking. Place the tuna steaks on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or adjust the cooking time according to your preference for doneness. Brush occasionally with the reserved marinade while grilling.
Sprinkle sesame seeds over the tuna during the last minute of grilling. Lightly toast the seeds while ensuring they do not burn.
Once cooked to your liking, remove the tuna steaks from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve the grilled ahi tuna steaks hot with your choice of side dishes, like steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1259 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.2 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 301 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 3220 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 177.2 g | 354% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 3074 mg | 65% | |
*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.
