Best 6 Honey Lime Tuna Steaks Recipes

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Honey lime tuna steaks are a delightful culinary creation that tantalize taste buds with their sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. This dish features succulent tuna steaks, perfectly seared to retain their tender texture, and coated in a delectable sauce made from honey, lime juice, and a blend of aromatic herbs and spices. Served with a side of rice, vegetables, or a fresh salad, honey lime tuna steaks offer a harmonious balance of flavors and textures that will surely impress both casual diners and seasoned food enthusiasts alike.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CITRUS TUNA STEAKS



Citrus Tuna Steaks image

"This grilled fish is a summertime favorite my family requests often," says Shannon Edwards from Arlington, Texas. "I adapted it from a traditional Jamaican jerk recipe."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium pink grapefruit
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weed
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
4 tuna steak or fillets (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • Peel and section grapefruit over a bowl, reserving juice. Refrigerate half of the grapefruit sections. Add remaining grapefruit to the reserved grapefruit juice. Add the lemon juice, lime juice, honey, dill, red pepper flakes and ginger. Remove 1/4 cup for basting; cover and refrigerate. Pour remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add the tuna steaks. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes, turning once., Drain and discard marinade. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill tuna, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-7 minutes on each side, basting frequently with reserved marinade. , Top tuna steaks with reserved grapefruit sections. Cover and cook 5 minutes longer for medium-rare or until slightly pink in the center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 63mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 40g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MARINATED TUNA STEAK



Marinated Tuna Steak image

This mixture of orange juice, soy sauce, and garlic gives this marinade a wonderful taste.

Provided by LINKYJ

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 51m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup orange juice
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 (4 ounce) tuna steaks

Steps:

  • In a large non-reactive dish, mix together the orange juice, soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, garlic, oregano, and pepper. Place the tuna steaks in the marinade and turn to coat. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat grill for high heat.
  • Lightly oil grill grate. Cook the tuna steaks for 5 to 6 minutes, then turn and baste with the marinade. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or to desired doneness. Discard any remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Carbohydrate 3.7 g, Cholesterol 50.6 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 944.6 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

GRILLED GINGER-LIME TUNA STEAKS



Grilled Ginger-Lime Tuna Steaks image

Add a zesty twist to your fish! Tuna takes on a whole new taste when it's marinated in an easy homemade ginger-lime marinade.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lb tuna steaks, 3/4 to 1 inch thick
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 teaspoons finely chopped gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 cloves garlic, crushed
Lime wedges, if desired

Steps:

  • If fish steaks are large, cut into 6 serving pieces. In shallow glass or plastic dish or resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix remaining ingredients except lime wedges. Add fish; turn to coat. Cover dish or seal bag and refrigerate, turning fish once, at least 1 hour but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. Remove fish from marinade; reserve marinade. Cover and grill fish about 4 inches from medium heat 11 to 15 minutes, brushing 2 or 3 times with marinade and turning once, until fish flakes easily with fork. Discard any remaining marinade. Serve fish with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

HONEY LIME TUNA STEAKS



Honey Lime Tuna Steaks image

This is so awesome! So easy, yet tastes really good and has a Carribean/tropical flair! This is something I'd serve to people I really wanted to impress...

Provided by Stacky5

Categories     Tuna

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup light olive oil
1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 1/2 teaspoons basil leaves
1 lb tuna steak (works well with swordfish steaks too)

Steps:

  • Combine first 5 ingredients in shallow dish or self-closing plastic bag. (I prefer to use a shallow dish so that the honey doesn't stick in one place -- easier to mix I think -- ).
  • Add tuna steaks; turn to coat. Refrigerate 20 minutes. Turn occasionally.
  • Grill or broil 8 to 10 minutes per inch of thickness (or until fish flakes easily with a fork.)
  • NOTE: Baste 1 or 2 times with leftover marinade during cooking.
  • Discard leftover marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.7, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 43.1, Sodium 44.8, Carbohydrate 4.7, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 4.4, Protein 26.5

BEK'S GRILLED TUNA STEAKS GLAZED WITH GINGER, LIME, AND SOY OAMC



Bek's Grilled Tuna Steaks Glazed With Ginger, Lime, and Soy OAMC image

Good quality tuna steaks that may be served medium to medium rare are a MUST! The glaze complements the flavor of the steaks for a great summer grilled dish.

Provided by Gatorbek

Categories     Tuna

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 medium tuna steaks, 1 inch in thickness
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except tuna in a 1 gallon zipper bag. Squish together until well combined, then add tuna steaks. Seal and let marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or if longer, in the refrigerator.
  • Preheat grill to 475. Grill approximately 3 minutes, turn, and cook an additional 2-3 minutes to desired doneness, basting while cooking.
  • Transfer to plate and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 503.5, Carbohydrate 3.2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1.4, Protein 1.1

TRIPLE CITRUS TUNA STEAK



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I'm a Floridian and we used to have a restaurant (now closed) near Madeira Beach. The tuna was incredible and this is my take on a special I once tried.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Time 55m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 medium oranges, juiced
1 medium lime, juiced
1 medium lemon, juiced
¼ cup diced red onion
2 tablespoons minced habanero pepper
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 pinch dried oregano
½ cup cubed mango
¼ cup diced red onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 (4 ounce) tuna steaks
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
5 ounces kettle-cooked potato chips
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
1 cup hot cooked jasmine rice

Steps:

  • Prepare marinade: Whisk orange juice, lime juice, lemon juice, red onion, habanero pepper, vinegar, garlic, and oregano together in a bowl large enough to hold the tuna steaks.
  • Prepare salsa: Combine mango, red onion, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl. Set aside.
  • Prepare tuna: Sprinkle tuna with salt and pepper. Place in the bowl with the marinade and turn to coat. Marinate for about 30 minutes.
  • While tuna is marinating, crush potato chips as fine as possible in a blender. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Remove tuna from the marinade and press into the crushed chips until both sides are well coated.
  • Heat heavy-bottomed nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter and heat until butter melts and foam subsides. Add tuna and sear for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Remove from the skillet.
  • To serve, top tuna with chile sauce and serve with jasmine rice and mango salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 913.7 calories, Carbohydrate 101.6 g, Cholesterol 73.2 mg, Fat 44.5 g, Fiber 12.9 g, Protein 36.3 g, SaturatedFat 16.6 g, Sodium 508.9 mg, Sugar 27.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose High-Quality Ingredients: To make the best honey lime tuna steaks, start with fresh, high-quality tuna steaks. Look for tuna that is bright red in color and has a firm texture.
  • Properly Season the Tuna: Seasoning the tuna steaks well is essential for great flavor. Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika to create a flavorful crust on the outside of the fish.
  • Use Fresh Citrus: The combination of honey and lime is what makes this recipe so special. Be sure to use fresh lime juice and zest for the best flavor.
  • Cook the Tuna Properly: Tuna steaks should be cooked quickly over high heat to prevent them from becoming dry. Cook the steaks for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are cooked to your desired doneness.
  • Make the Honey Lime Sauce: The honey lime sauce is a delicious and easy way to add flavor to the tuna steaks. Simply whisk together honey, lime juice, zest, olive oil, and soy sauce until combined.
  • Serve Immediately: Honey lime tuna steaks are best served immediately after cooking. Serve them with your favorite sides, such as rice, vegetables, or salad.

Conclusion:

Honey lime tuna steaks are a delicious and healthy meal that can be easily prepared at home. By following these tips, you can make sure your tuna steaks are cooked perfectly and full of flavor. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give honey lime tuna steaks a try!

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