Mediterranean Summer Breeze Tuna Entre
Elevate your summer dining experience with the vibrant and refreshing Mediterranean Summer Breeze Tuna Entrée. This quick and easy recipe highlights perfectly seared fresh tuna steaks, seasoned with a zesty blend of lemon juice, garlic, and oregano, then paired with a crisp Mediterranean salad of cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, kalamata olives, and crumbled feta. Resting on a bed of peppery baby arugula and finished with a drizzle of sweet balsamic glaze, this dish is a celebration of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for light yet satisfying lunches or dinners, this 25-minute recipe is a must-try for fans of Mediterranean cuisine looking for a healthy, gourmet meal option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (5-6 oz each) fresh tuna steak
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 piece English cucumber, diced
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 piece red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 0.75 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 cups baby arugula
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
Instructions
Pat the tuna steaks dry with a paper towel. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the tuna, ensuring an even coat on both sides.
In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture onto the tuna steaks and let them sit for 5-10 minutes at room temperature.
Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan.
Sear the tuna steaks for 2-3 minutes on each side, ensuring the exterior is golden brown while the inside remains rare to medium-rare (adjust cook time if you prefer it well done). Remove the tuna and let it rest for a few minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh parsley.
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine. Set aside.
To assemble the dish, lay a bed of baby arugula on each plate. Top with a portion of the vegetable salad.
Slice the seared tuna steaks into 1/2-inch thick pieces and arrange them over the salad.
Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the tuna and salad for the perfect finishing touch. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2317 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.7 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.7 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 408 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 6470 mg | 281% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.4 g | ||
| Protein | 192.5 g | 385% | |
| Vitamin D | 38.6 mcg | 193% | |
| Calcium | 1289 mg | 99% | |
| Iron | 17.4 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 5499 mg | 117% | |
*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.
