Tuna Steak with Lemon
Savor the fresh and zesty flavors of this easy-to-make Tuna Steak with Lemon. Perfect for a healthy and impressive dinner.
Nutrition
Calories: 250cal
Carbohydrate: – -g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 45mg
Sodium: 200mg
Difficulty Level: easy
10 min Prep
10 min Cook
20 min Total
2 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 fresh tuna steaks (about 6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Pat the tuna steaks dry with a paper towel. This helps achieve a nice sear.
- Season both sides of the tuna steaks generously with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Cooking tip: Be liberal with your seasoning for maximum flavor.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. It’s ready when a drop of water sizzles on contact.
- Add the olive oil to the hot skillet and let it heat up for about 30 seconds.
- Carefully place the tuna steaks in the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side, until a golden crust forms. Tip: Resist the urge to move the steaks.
- Flip the tuna steaks and cook for another 2-3 minutes. If you prefer rare tuna, cook for just 2 minutes; for medium, go for 3 minutes.
- Remove the tuna steaks from the skillet and transfer them to a plate. Let them rest for a few minutes.
- Mix the lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped parsley in a small bowl.
- Drizzle the lemon parsley mixture over the warm tuna steaks before serving. Tip: Serving with a side of roasted vegetables complements the dish nicely.
