A zesty and spicy dish featuring fresh tuna steaks marinated in a jalapeno and lime mixture, then grilled to perfection. Perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 pieces tuna steaks fresh, about 6 ounces each
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- 1 tablespoon jalapeno pepper minced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced jalapeno, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Place tuna steaks in a shallow dish and pour marinade over. Ensure steaks are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates.
- Remove tuna steaks from marinade and place on the grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until desired doneness.
- Remove tuna from grill and let rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 43gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 500mgVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg