Low Carb Seared Ahi Tuna
Indulge in the bold and refreshing flavors of this Low Carb Seared Ahi Tuna recipe, a perfect dish for seafood lovers seeking a light yet satisfying meal. Featuring tender ahi tuna steaks marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, and garlic, this recipe bursts with savory complexity and pairs beautifully with the nutty crunch of sesame seeds. Cooking the tuna to seared perfection takes just minutes, ensuring a rare, melt-in-your-mouth texture that highlights its natural richness. Garnished with sliced green onions and a drizzle of the flavorful marinade, this dish is not only low in carbs but also quick to prepare, ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Whether served on its own or accompanied by fresh greens, this seared ahi tuna recipe delivers gourmet quality with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (about 6 ounces each) Ahi tuna steaks
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground black pepper, and salt to create the marinade.
Place the ahi tuna steaks in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring that they are well coated. Let the steaks marinate for about 10 minutes, flipping them halfway through.
Remove the tuna steaks from the marinade and lightly press sesame seeds onto both sides of each steak.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the skillet is hot, add the tuna steaks and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side for rare, or slightly longer if you prefer the tuna more cooked.
Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
Slice the rested ahi tuna into 1/4-inch thick slices.
Serve the seared ahi tuna topped with sliced green onions, along with any remaining marinade drizzled over the top for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
791 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.2 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 150 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 2497 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.4 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 91.7 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1679 mg | 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.
