Best 8 Tuna Steaks With Salsa Recipes

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When it comes to healthy and flavorful meals, tuna steaks with salsa are an excellent choice. This nutritious dish is packed with essential vitamins and minerals, thanks to the omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants found in tuna, as well as the vitamins and minerals in salsa. Whether you prefer your tuna steaks grilled, pan-seared, or baked, the possibilities for creating a delicious meal with this versatile fish are endless. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for cooking tuna steaks with salsa, providing you with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure you create a flavorful and satisfying dish.

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

BLACKENED TUNA STEAKS WITH MANGO SALSA



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This delicious and simple dish will make your dinner guests think you're a true gourmet chef! It works great with fresh or frozen fish.

Provided by AcadiaBoi

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 3h55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 tuna steaks
1 fresh mango - peeled, pitted, and chopped
¼ cup finely chopped red bell pepper
½ Spanish onion, finely chopped
1 green onion, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 ½ teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon garlic powder
4 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, and garlic in a bowl. Rub the tuna steaks with the mixture. Place the steaks in a sealable container and chill in refrigerator 3 hours.
  • Combine the mango, bell pepper, Spanish onion, green onion, cilantro, and jalapeno pepper in a bowl; stir. Add the lime juice and 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil and toss to combine. Chill in refrigerator 1 hour.
  • Stir together the paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, salt, pepper, thyme, basil, oregano, and garlic powder in a bowl. Remove the tuna steaks from the refrigerator and gently rinse with water and then dip each side of each steak in the spice mixture to coat.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Gently lay the tuna steaks into the hot oil. Cook the tuna on one side for 3 minutes; remove to a plate. Pour the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil into the skillet and let it get hot. Lay the tuna with the uncooked side down into the skillet and cook another 3 minutes; remove from heat immediately.
  • Spoon about 1/2 cup of the mango salsa onto each of 4 plates. Lay the tuna steaks atop the salsa and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Cholesterol 77.1 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 42.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1233.4 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

TUNA STEAKS WITH SALSA



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Harriet Stichter of Milford, Indiana relates, "Fish is often served with salsa in restaurants. Why not try it at home? Mango and carrots make this salsa unique."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup shredded carrots
3/4 cup chopped peeled mango
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon minced chives
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1/8 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
4 tuna steaks (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • For salsa, in a bowl, combine the carrots, mango, lime juice, chives, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, coriander and cumin; set aside. Sprinkle tuna steaks with remaining salt and pepper. , Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill tuna, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until medium-rare or until slightly pink in the center. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 174mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

GRILLED TUNA STEAKS WITH MANGO SALSA



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From inside the carton of a tube of Amore Garlic Paste. Saving here for safe keeping as I couldn't find the same recipe already posted. I am guessing on times as I haven't had a chance to make this yet since we still have several feet of snow on!!! (Doesn't include marinating time.) **Made this last night on the griddle pan on the stovetop. Loved it and can't wait to try this on the charcoal grill... Light, filling and flavorful!

Provided by under12parsecs

Categories     Tuna

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup olive oil
4 tablespoons lime juice, fresh squeezed
1/2 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons ginger, minced fresh
3 teaspoons garlic paste
4 tuna steaks, 1 in thick
2 mangoes, ripe, peeled and diced
1 orange, peeled and diced
1 small red onion, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
3 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic paste
3 teaspoons lime juice, fresh

Steps:

  • Whisk together the olive oil, 4 T lime juice, soy sauce, ginger and 3 t garlic paste. Place tuna steaks in a single layer in a nonreactive dish and cover with the marinatde. Turn to coat both sides. Place in the refrigerator 3-5 hours, turning occasionally.
  • In a small bowl, toss remaining ingredients and chill.
  • Remove tuna steaks from the marinade. Cook on a hot grill for about 3-5 minutes per side so that the steaks remain pink in the center. Spoon the chilled salsa over each steak and garnish with a cilantro sprig if desired.

GRILLED TUNA STEAKS WITH ROASTED CORN AND TOMATO SALSA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 ears of corn, husks removed
2 red bell peppers
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 tomatoes, peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, coarsely chopped, plus 1 teaspoon of their oil
1 tablespoon sherry or red wine vinegar
3 to 4 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Juice of 1 lime
4 tuna steaks (about 1 1/2 pounds) cut 3/4-inch thick
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • First make the salsa. Preheat the broiler. While it is heating, prepare the corn. Holding each ear upright, cut off the kernels with a sharp knife. Heat a large heavy-based skillet or frying pan without any fat over high heat until almost smoking. Add the kernels and dry-roast until tender, smoky and dark, tossing continuously as they tend to stick, 4 to 5 minutes. Cook the peppers under the broiler, turning them until the skin chars and bursts, 7 to 10 minutes. Put them in a plastic bag and leave to sweat and cool so the skins loosen. Peel the peppers, discarding cores and seeds. Dice the flesh.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large frying pan. Add the onion and saute until soft but not brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Take the pan from the heat and stir in the roasted corn, chopped tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, diced peppers, vinegar and remaining oil. Heat, stirring, until hot. Take from the heat and keep warm.
  • Rinse fish steaks and pat dry with paper towels. Brush with half the oil, season with salt and pepper and set on oiled grill pan or grill. Broil 3 to 4 minutes. Turn steaks over, brush with the remaining oil and grill until done to taste, 2 to 3 minutes longer.
  • Meanwhile, stir the cilantro and lime juice into the salsa, taste and adjust seasoning. Make a bed of salsa on 4 warmed plates and place a tuna steak on top of each. Serve at once.

SEARED TUNA WITH CITRUS SALSA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tuna steaks (about 6 to 8 ounces each)
2 tablespoons black peppercorns, crushed
2 oranges
1 red onion, chopped
1/2 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lime
Salt
Cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Rub tuna steaks with peppercorns and set aside while you make the salsa.
  • To make the salsa, section oranges, removing all peels and pith. Chop orange sections into 1/2-inch pieces. Combine orange with onion, cilantro, olive oil and lime juice. Toss together, season with salt and cayenne and set aside. Rub a cast iron grill pan with oil and heat. Grill tuna, turning once, until desired degree of rareness is reached, from 2 to 5 minutes per side, depending on thickness. Serve topped with citrus salsa.

GRILLED TUNA WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA



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When Beveylon Concha spent some time in Honolulu, she came upon this tropical treatment for tuna. Now a personal chef in Chesapeake, Virginia, she still prepares the pineapple salsa for everything from grilled fish to pork and poultry.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 medium fresh pineapple, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 small onion, diced
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
4 tuna steaks (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Grill pineapple slices, uncovered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side. Chill for 30 minutes. , Dice the pineapple; place in a bowl. Stir in the onion, jalapenos, cilantro and lime juice. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled., Brush tuna steaks with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Serve with pineapple salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 212mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 40g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED TUNA STEAKS WITH CANTALOUPE SALSA



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Categories     Low Carb     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Low/No Sugar     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Backyard BBQ     Cantaloupe     Tuna     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Healthy     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 2 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup coarsely chopped cantaloupe
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
4 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon minced seeded jalapeño chili
2 5- to 6-ounce fresh tuna steaks (about 1/2 inch thick)

Steps:

  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Mix cantaloupe, onion, cilantro, 2 teaspoons oil, lime juice and jalapeño chili in small bowl. Season salsa to taste with salt and pepper. Let stand 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, brush tuna steaks on both sides with remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill tuna until just opaque in center, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Transfer tuna to plates. Spoon salsa alongside and serve.

SEARED TUNA STEAK WITH AVOCADO SALSA



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This recipe is from Eddie V's Edgewater Grill in Scottsdale, Arizona. It is the original recipe; however, I make a few slight changes to the recipe (to accomodate my personal tastes) when I make it. First, I add a little soy sauce to the vinaigrette to bring out the flavors a little more. Second, I only use 2 Tbsp. of olive oil (instead of the recommended 4 Tbsp.) because I like a chunkier vinaigrette. Third, I chop the cilantro and sprinkle it on top of the fish and salsa. Either way, it is a great recipe and worth having at least once!

Provided by Southern Polar Bear

Categories     Tuna

Time 28m

Yield 2 steaks, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon red bell pepper, very finely diced
1 tablespoon serrano pepper, very finely diced
1 tablespoon red onion, very finely diced
4 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon sambal oelek chili paste (Asian chili sauce)
1 pinch kosher salt
2 (10 ounce) ahi tuna steaks, sushi quality
salt and pepper
1 avocado, diced into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup fresh tomato, diced
6 fresh cilantro stems

Steps:

  • Vinaigrette:.
  • Combine red pepper, serrano pepper, red onion, vinegar, olive oil, chili sauce and kosher salt to make the vinaigrette.
  • Mix well and set aside.
  • Fish:.
  • Season tuna with salt and pepper.
  • Sear tuna on a very hot skillet with olive oil.
  • Cook to desired doneness (rare if preferable).
  • Prepare the salsa while the fish is cooking.
  • Salsa:.
  • Dice the avocado into 1" cubes.
  • Dice the tomatoes.
  • Mix the tomato and avocado together.
  • Serving Recommendation.
  • Place fish on serving dish.
  • Top with diced avocado and tomato.
  • Splash liberally with vinaigrette.
  • Garnish with cilantro.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Changes:.
  • Again, I like to add a little soy sauce to the vinaigrette to give the flavors a little more punch, I only use 2 tablespoons olive oil in the vinaigrette to make it more bulky, and I like to garnish the fish with chopped cilantro instead of sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 821.5, Fat 55.8, SaturatedFat 9.4, Cholesterol 107.7, Sodium 196.6, Carbohydrate 11.6, Fiber 7.7, Sugar 2.4, Protein 68.8

Tips:

  • Choose the right tuna steaks: Look for steaks that are about 1 inch thick, firm to the touch, and have a deep red color. Avoid steaks that are thin, soft, or have a brown or grayish color.
  • Season the tuna steaks well: Season the steaks with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices before cooking. This will help to enhance the flavor of the fish.
  • Cook the tuna steaks over high heat: Sear the steaks over high heat for a few minutes per side, or until they are cooked to your desired doneness. This will help to create a nice crust on the outside of the steaks while keeping the inside tender and juicy.
  • Make a flavorful salsa: The salsa is a great way to add flavor and freshness to the tuna steaks. Use a variety of fresh ingredients, such as tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapeños. You can also add other ingredients, such as avocado, corn, or black beans, to your liking.
  • Serve the tuna steaks with your favorite sides: Tuna steaks can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, potatoes, or vegetables. You can also serve them with a salad or a piece of bread.

Conclusion:

Tuna steaks with salsa is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The tuna steaks are cooked over high heat to create a nice crust, while the salsa adds flavor and freshness to the dish. This meal can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, potatoes, or vegetables.

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