Caper-Rosemary Tuna with Herb Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Caper-Rosemary Tuna with Herb Salad
45 min.
6
268kcal

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our Caper-Rosemary Tuna with Herb Salad, a dish that perfectly balances flavor and health. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only a feast for the senses but also boasts a remarkable health score of 100, making it an ideal choice for those seeking nutritious meal options. With just 45 minutes of preparation time, you can serve this exquisite main course to six people, making it perfect for family gatherings or dinner parties.

Imagine the succulent, 1-inch-thick tuna steaks, marinated in a vibrant blend of fresh herbs, capers, and zesty lemon. The marinade infuses the fish with a delightful tang, while the grilling process creates beautiful char marks, ensuring each bite is both tender and flavorful. Complementing the tuna is a refreshing herb salad, featuring a medley of Italian parsley and assorted fresh herbs, tossed with a hint of olive oil and lemon juice for an invigorating finish.

Not only is this dish a visual masterpiece, but it also packs a nutritional punch with only 268 calories per serving. With a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and minimal carbohydrates, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized. Whether you’re looking for a light lunch or a sophisticated dinner option, Caper-Rosemary Tuna with Herb Salad is sure to impress your guests and elevate your dining experience.

Ingredients

  • 36 ounce tuna steaks 1-inch-thick
  • 0.5 cup herb leaves fresh assorted loosely packed () (such as tarragon, chervil, oregano, celery leaves, and marjoram)
  • tablespoons capers drained
  • teaspoons liquid from capers in jar 
  • teaspoons rosemary fresh finely minced
  • teaspoon juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoons lemon zest finely grated
  • teaspoon olive oil extra-virgin
  • small onion thinly sliced quartered (1 scant cup)
  • cups parsley leaves fresh italian loosely packed ()
  • pinch of pepper dried red crushed
  • teaspoon sea salt fine
  • pinch sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • grill

Directions

  1. Whisk first 9 ingredients in large bowl.Stir in onion.
  2. Transfer mixture to resealableplastic bag.
  3. Add tuna and seal bag, releasingany excess air; turn to coat.
  4. Let marinate at room temperature 1 hour, turningoccasionally. (Alternatively, chill 4 hours,turning occasionally, then allow to return toroom temperature before continuing.)
  5. Mix parsley and other herbsin large bowl.
  6. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.Cover and chill while preparing fish.
  7. Prepare barbecue (high heat).
  8. Brush grillrack with oil.
  9. Remove tuna from bag, scrapingexcess marinade back into bag. Grill until grillmarks appear but tuna is still rare in centers,2 to 3 minutes per side.
  10. Transfer to plate.
  11. Pour marinade into small saucepan.Bring just to simmer.
  12. Drizzle 1 teaspoon oil and lemon juiceover herb salad; toss to coat.
  13. Place 1 tunasteak on each plate. Spoon warm marinadeover. Divide herb salad among plates.
  14. Per serving: 328 calories, 16g fat (2g saturated),76mg cholesterol, 666mg sodium, 5g carbohydrates, 2g fiber, 40g protein
  15. Nutrition Data
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Nutrition Facts

Calories268kcal
Protein62.5%
Fat31.99%
Carbs5.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.85
Glycemic Load
0.64
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
36.882608849069%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.12mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Apigenin
43.66mg
Luteolin
0.43mg
Isorhamnetin
0.58mg
Kaempferol
5.67mg
Myricetin
2.97mg
Quercetin
9.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:267.92kcal
13.4%
Fat:9.25g
14.23%
Saturated Fat:2.28g
14.26%
Carbohydrates:3.59g
1.2%
Net Carbohydrates:2.13g
0.78%
Sugar:1.19g
1.32%
Cholesterol:64.64mg
21.55%
Sodium:592.5mg
25.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:40.66g
81.33%
Vitamin K:335.23µg
319.26%
Vitamin B12:16.04µg
267.34%
Vitamin A:5498.93IU
109.98%
Selenium:62.31µg
89.01%
Vitamin B3:15.09mg
75.47%
Vitamin D:9.7µg
64.64%
Phosphorus:452.46mg
45.25%
Vitamin B6:0.82mg
41.23%
Vitamin C:30.3mg
36.72%
Vitamin B1:0.44mg
29.23%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.52%
Magnesium:100.02mg
25%
Vitamin B5:1.94mg
19.43%
Potassium:612.97mg
17.51%
Iron:3.13mg
17.38%
Vitamin E:2.05mg
13.66%
Folate:44.42µg
11.1%
Copper:0.2mg
10.22%
Zinc:1.3mg
8.66%
Fiber:1.46g
5.82%
Calcium:55.62mg
5.56%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.89%
Source:Epicurious