Adobo Tuna with Black-Eyed Pea Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Adobo Tuna with Black-Eyed Pea Salad
45 min.
4
1096kcal

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Experience the delightful taste of the ocean with our Adobo Tuna paired with a refreshing Black-Eyed Pea Salad. This dish epitomizes healthy eating, boasting a remarkable health score of 100 while being both gluten-free and dairy-free. With its zesty adobo marinade, the tuna steaks become incredibly flavorful, perfectly cooked to your liking, and full of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.

Taking only 45 minutes to prepare, this meal is perfect for a busy lunch or a satisfying dinner. The smoky notes of cumin and oregano blend harmoniously, while the fresh garlic adds a delightful punch, making your taste buds dance with every bite. The Black-Eyed Pea Salad complements the tuna beautifully, offering a crunchy texture and a burst of nutrients, ensuring you’re not just enjoying a meal but nourishing your body.

Imagine serving this masterpiece at your next dinner gathering, impressing your guests with its vibrant colors and irresistible aroma. Don’t forget to garnish with fresh lime and cilantro for that extra pop of freshness! Whether you’re looking to eat healthier or simply want to delight in a robust meal, this Adobo Tuna with Black-Eyed Pea Salad is a dish that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

  • pounds tuna steaks ()
  • servings black-eyed pea salad 
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • slices garnishes: lime cilantro sprigs fresh
  • teaspoon olive oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried
  • teaspoon cracked pepper 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • oven
  • ziploc bags
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Combine first 5 ingredients in a large heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag; add tuna. Seal; chill 1 hour, turning occasionally.
  2. Remove tuna from plastic bag, discard marinade.
  3. Place tuna on a lightly greased rack in a broiler pan.
  4. Broil 4 inches from heat (with electric oven door partially open) 4 minutes or until desired degree of doneness. Do not turn.
  5. Serve with Black-Eyed Pea Salad.
  6. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1096kcal
Protein62.8%
Fat29.76%
Carbs7.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.25
Glycemic Load
5.42
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
62.053478209869%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
0.75mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1096.21kcal
54.81%
Fat:34.9g
53.69%
Saturated Fat:8.83g
55.17%
Carbohydrates:19.63g
6.54%
Net Carbohydrates:13.67g
4.97%
Sugar:2.92g
3.24%
Cholesterol:258.55mg
86.18%
Sodium:415.28mg
18.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:165.7g
331.41%
Vitamin B12:64.16µg
1069.34%
Selenium:250.97µg
358.53%
Vitamin A:14877.09IU
297.54%
Vitamin B3:59.36mg
296.8%
Vitamin D:38.78µg
258.55%
Phosphorus:1869.66mg
186.97%
Vitamin B6:3.22mg
161.24%
Vitamin B1:1.82mg
121.5%
Vitamin B2:1.76mg
103.63%
Magnesium:389.08mg
97.27%
Vitamin B5:7.56mg
75.56%
Potassium:1981.78mg
56.62%
Iron:9.47mg
52.63%
Folate:193.42µg
48.36%
Vitamin E:7.25mg
48.36%
Copper:0.84mg
41.81%
Zinc:5.25mg
35.02%
Manganese:0.65mg
32.29%
Fiber:5.96g
23.84%
Calcium:89.71mg
8.97%
Vitamin K:4.51µg
4.3%
Vitamin C:1.81mg
2.2%
Source:My Recipes