Tuna Steaks with Creamy Garlic Sauce & Salad
Tuna Steaks with Creamy Garlic Sauce & Salad is a delightful dish that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition. In just 25 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal featuring succulent grilled tuna steaks topped with a luscious creamy garlic sauce, served alongside a vibrant mixed salad. This recipe is not only quick and easy but also versatile, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Each bite delivers a fresh burst of flavors, thanks to the blend of garlic, tender greens, and juicy tomatoes. Healthy yet indulgent, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tuna steaks (1 1/2 inches thick)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Mixed greens
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup cucumber (diced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season tuna steaks with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the seasoned tuna at medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes on each side until desired doneness.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic; add heavy cream, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the sauce.
- Toss mixed greens with cherry tomatoes and cucumber in a bowl; drizzle with olive oil and vinegar.
- Serve salad on plates topped with grilled tuna and creamy garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tuna steak (170g) with salad (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg