Lemon Pepper Tuna
Elevate your seafood game with this vibrant and flavorful Lemon Pepper Tuna recipe! Featuring tender tuna steaks seasoned with zesty lemon zest, cracked black pepper, and a hint of sea salt, this dish is perfectly seared to golden perfection in olive oil and garlic for a robust, aromatic finish. A drizzle of fresh lemon juice during cooking brightens the flavors, while an optional touch of melted butter adds indulgent richness. Garnished with fresh parsley, this quick and easy recipe—ready in under 20 minutes—is ideal for busy weeknight dinners or elegant dining experiences. Serve alongside a crisp salad, roasted vegetables, or fluffy rice for a complete, satisfying meal. Perfectly balanced and bursting with freshness, Lemon Pepper Tuna is a seafood lover's dream!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (6-8 ounces each) Tuna steaks
- 1 whole (zested and juiced) Lemon
- 2 teaspoons Cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon (optional, for extra richness) Butter
Instructions
Rinse the tuna steaks under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a small bowl, combine the lemon zest, cracked black pepper, and sea salt.
Rub the seasoning mixture all over the tuna steaks, coating them evenly.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the tuna steaks to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes for medium-rare, or longer if you prefer well-done tuna.
During the last minute of cooking, drizzle the lemon juice over the tuna steaks in the skillet.
If desired, add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet and spoon the melted butter over the tuna steaks for added flavor.
Remove the tuna steaks from the skillet and let them rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately with a side of vegetables, salad, or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
872 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.5 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 188 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 2536 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.5 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 104.9 g | 210% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.9 mcg | 65% | |
| Calcium | 89 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1772 mg | 38% | |
*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.
