Name: Pesto Pasta with Grilled Tuna and Green Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 8 ounces whole wheat pasta; 2 tuna steaks; 1 cup green beans (trimmed); 1 cup Basil leaves (fresh); 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated); 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 Lemon (juice); Salt and pepper (to taste)

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Pesto Pasta with Grilled Tuna and Green Beans

A delicious and healthy recipe for Pesto Pasta with Grilled Tuna and Green Beans.

Servings 4 people

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

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Ingredients

8 ounces whole wheat pasta
2 tuna steaks
1 cup green beans trimmed
1 cup Basil leaves fresh
1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic minced
1 Lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Season the tuna steaks with salt and pepper. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side or until desired doneness. Set aside to rest.
Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
In a food processor, combine the basil, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Process until smooth.
In a large bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the pesto sauce. Add the green beans and toss to combine.
Slice the grilled tuna steaks and serve over the pesto pasta and green beans.
Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 425kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 18gFiber: 7g

Calories: 425kcal

Meal Type: Lunch

Cuisine: Italian

Cooking Method: Boiled

Diet: Pescatarian

Time: >45 Min

Level: Easy

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