Pesto Pasta with Grilled Tuna and Green Beans
A delicious and healthy recipe for Pesto Pasta with Grilled Tuna and Green Beans.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 2 tuna steaks
- 1 cup green beans trimmed
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 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
