Pesto Tuna

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and easy-to-make Pesto Tuna recipe! Featuring succulent, perfectly seared tuna steaks, this dish comes to life with the bold flavors of basil pesto, zesty lemon juice, and a sautéed mix of juicy cherry tomatoes and garlic. Served over a bed of fresh, peppery arugula, it’s a light yet satisfying meal that’s ready in just 20 minutes. Ideal for seafood lovers, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe highlights simple, wholesome ingredients with a restaurant-quality touch. Perfect for busy evenings or impressing guests, Pesto Tuna is a nutritious, flavor-packed option for any table.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (6 oz each) Tuna steaks
• 4 tablespoons Basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Lemon juice
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 cup (halved) Cherry tomatoes
• 2 cups Arugula

Directions

Step 1

Pat the tuna steaks dry with a paper towel and rub them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper on both sides. Let rest for 5 minutes while you prepare other ingredients.

Step 2

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the tuna steaks to the pan.

Step 3

Sear the tuna steaks for 2-3 minutes on each side for a medium-rare finish, or adjust cooking time based on your preferred level of doneness. Remove the tuna from the skillet and let rest on a plate.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Then, add the cherry tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing them to soften slightly.

Step 5

Stir in the lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of pesto, mixing everything well. Cook for 1 more minute, then remove from heat.

Step 6

To serve, place a bed of arugula on each plate. Top with the cooked tuna steak and spoon the tomato-pesto mixture over the fish.

Step 7

Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of pesto over the dish, and serve immediately. Optional: garnish with additional fresh basil leaves or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(637.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	941.8

Total Fat 54.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 137.4mg	0%
Sodium 1660.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 14.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 6.0g
Protein 95.1g	0%

Vitamin D 441.8IU	0%
Calcium 216.8mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 1933.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.6%

Protein: 41.1%

Carbs: 6.3%