Tuna Steak with Dalmatian Lemon Garlic Sauce
Elevate your dinner game with this exquisite Tuna Steak with Dalmatian Lemon Garlic Sauce—a dish that embodies Mediterranean simplicity and bold flavor. Perfectly seared tuna steaks form the heart of this recipe, boasting a golden crust and tender, medium-rare center. The magic, however, lies in the vibrant sauce, a harmonious blend of zesty lemon juice and zest, fragrant garlic, fresh parsley, and a hint of rosemary, enhanced by the briny bite of capers. Quick and elegant, this 25-minute recipe is ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or a crisp salad for a restaurant-quality meal that’s bursting with freshness and packed with nutrients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 6 oz each) Tuna steaks
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 whole (juiced and zested) Lemon
- 4 cloves (finely minced) Garlic
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon (chopped) Fresh rosemary
- 2 tablespoons (rinsed and drained) Capers
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste, divided) Salt
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste, divided) Black pepper
Instructions
Pat the tuna steaks dry with a paper towel and season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add the tuna steaks to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes per side for medium rare, or until your preferred doneness. Remove the steaks from the skillet and set aside to rest.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, fresh parsley, rosemary, and capers to the skillet. Stir well and simmer for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Season the sauce with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, or to taste.
Plate the tuna steaks and spoon the Dalmatian lemon garlic sauce generously over each piece.
Serve immediately with your choice of side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or a light salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1381 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.1 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 265 mg | 88% | |
| Sodium | 2996 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.1 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 179.7 g | 359% | |
| Vitamin D | 22.1 mcg | 110% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2960 mg | 63% | |
*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.
