Tuna and Red Onion Spiedini

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Tuna and Red Onion Spiedini
45 min.
2
614kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner experience with a dish that is not only delicious but also incredibly healthy? Introducing Tuna and Red Onion Spiedini, a delightful recipe that combines the rich flavors of fresh tuna with the aromatic essence of rosemary and the zesty brightness of lemon. This gluten-free and dairy-free dish is perfect for those looking to indulge without compromising on health.

Imagine succulent pieces of tuna steak, perfectly grilled to achieve that ideal balance of tenderness and flavor, paired with slightly charred red onions and vibrant lemon slices. Each bite is a burst of freshness that will transport your taste buds to a sun-soaked Mediterranean getaway. The addition of mixed baby greens tossed in a garlic-flavored olive oil dressing adds a refreshing crunch, making this dish not just a meal, but a culinary experience.

With a health score of 100, this recipe is packed with protein and healthy fats, making it a fantastic choice for anyone looking to maintain a balanced diet. Ready in just 45 minutes, Tuna and Red Onion Spiedini is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a leisurely weekend lunch. Gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and get ready to impress your family and friends with this stunning and nutritious dish!

Ingredients

  • 11 ounce ahi tuna steak cut into 1-inch pieces
  • teaspoons rosemary leaves fresh chopped
  • slices optional: lemon halved
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • ounces the salad mixed
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 12 pieces onion red

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • grill
  • skewers
  • metal skewers

Directions

  1. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
  2. Whisk oil, lemon juice and rosemary in small bowl to blend. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Thread tuna, onion and lemon slices onto 4 metal skewers.
  3. Brush with dressing; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill tuna and onion until tuna is just opaque in center and onion is slightly charred and tender, turning and brushing often with some remaining dressing, about 8 minutes.
  4. Toss greens and all remaining dressing in medium bowl. Mound salad on plates; top with skewers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories614kcal
Protein24.07%
Fat72.58%
Carbs3.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.25
Glycemic Load
0.59
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
31.343913264897%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
6.71mg
Hesperetin
9.98mg
Naringenin
0.41mg
Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.59mg
Isorhamnetin
0.3mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.14mg
Quercetin
1.59mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:614.43kcal
30.72%
Fat:49.8g
76.61%
Saturated Fat:7.78g
48.65%
Carbohydrates:5.16g
1.72%
Net Carbohydrates:4.2g
1.53%
Sugar:1.33g
1.48%
Cholesterol:59.25mg
19.75%
Sodium:70.02mg
3.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.16g
74.33%
Vitamin B12:14.7µg
245.06%
Selenium:57.18µg
81.69%
Vitamin A:3738.86IU
74.78%
Vitamin B3:13.7mg
68.5%
Vitamin D:8.89µg
59.25%
Vitamin E:7.67mg
51.15%
Phosphorus:414.65mg
41.47%
Vitamin B6:0.77mg
38.46%
Vitamin C:27.71mg
33.59%
Vitamin B1:0.4mg
26.79%
Vitamin B2:0.42mg
24.43%
Vitamin K:25.31µg
24.1%
Magnesium:85mg
21.25%
Vitamin B5:1.76mg
17.59%
Potassium:506.29mg
14.47%
Iron:2.21mg
12.28%
Copper:0.16mg
8.2%
Zinc:1.03mg
6.88%
Folate:21.05µg
5.26%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.25%
Fiber:0.96g
3.84%
Calcium:26.77mg
2.68%
Source:Epicurious