Tomato Basil Tuna
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant Tomato Basil Tuna recipe that’s bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Perfectly seared tuna fillets take center stage, lightly seasoned and cooked to tender perfection, then nestled in a rich, flavorful medley of sautéed garlic, sweet cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil. A splash of balsamic vinegar and fresh lemon juice adds a zesty brightness, while the natural juices from the tomatoes create a light, tangy sauce that complements the tuna beautifully. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and healthy seafood dish is a gluten-free, low-carb masterpiece that’s perfect for a family meal or a romantic dinner for two. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up the sauce or a side of roasted vegetables for an effortlessly elegant feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tuna fillets
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 piece Lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Pat the tuna fillets dry with a paper towel and season them with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, sear the tuna fillets for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are browned on the outside but still slightly pink inside. Remove the tuna from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until it becomes fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften and release their juices.
Add the balsamic vinegar and lemon juice to the tomatoes, and stir to combine.
Return the seared tuna fillets to the skillet, nestling them into the tomato mixture.
Sprinkle the chopped basil leaves over the fillets and tomatoes, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Remove from heat and serve the tomato basil tuna immediately, garnished with additional basil leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
277 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.9 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 56 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 919 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 33.3 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 918 mg | 20% | |
*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.
