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Tuna Steaks with Creamy Garlic Sauce & Salad

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Total Time: 16 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A quick and nutritious meal featuring seared tuna steaks topped with creamy garlic sauce, served alongside a refreshing salad.


Ingredients

  • 2 tuna steaks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Mixed salad greens
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Cucumber, sliced


Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the tuna steaks with salt and pepper, then sear them for about 2-3 minutes on each side until cooked to your liking.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the minced garlic, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the creamy garlic sauce.
  4. In a large bowl, combine salad greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
  5. Serve the tuna steaks with the creamy garlic sauce drizzled on top and the salad on the side.

Notes

For best results, marinate the tuna steaks briefly in olive oil, salt, and pepper before cooking. Allow tuna to rest for a few minutes after cooking to improve taste and texture.