Simple Seared Tuna Steaks
Learn how to quickly sear tuna steaks to perfection for a healthy and delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tuna steaks (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Pat the tuna steaks dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Carefully place the tuna steaks in the hot skillet.
- Sear for 1-2 minutes per side for rare, or longer depending on your desired doneness.
- Remove from skillet and let rest for a minute before serving.
Notes
- For a medium-rare tuna steak, aim for an internal temperature of 115-120°F (46-49°C).
- You can add a squeeze of lemon or a drizzle of soy sauce before serving.
- This recipe is a great base for meal planning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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