Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is NOT safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
This recipe contains cheese and some of those who are lactose intolerant may be able to tolerate it.
Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.
"Just because I am a chef doesn't mean I don't rely on fast recipes. Indeed, we all have moments when, pressed for time, we'll use a can of tuna and a tomato for a first course. It's a question of choosing the right recipes for the rest of the menu."
-Jacques Pepin
I love tuna. I love Caprese Salad. The two of them together are just perfect. There's not much more to be said than that.
Dinner doesn't have to be complicated to be fantastic. A lovely salad like this one with a slice of good bread is quick, simple and delicious.
Servings: 2 | Serving size: 3 ounces fish with salad
Cooking Time: 30 Minutes
This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.
This recipe does not make good leftovers.
Serve with crackers or a whole wheat (or gluten-free) roll.
1 tsp | olive oil |
6 ounces | fresh tuna steak |
8 ounces | tomatoes (thinly sliced) |
2 ounces | fresh mozzarella (cut into 1/2 inch cubes) |
8 large | leaves fresh basil (chiffonade) |
1/8 tsp | salt |
fresh ground black pepper (to taste) | |
4 tsp | extra virgin olive oil |
2 tsp | balsamic vinegar |
Place the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
When the pan is hot add the tuna. Sear on one side for three minutes and turn.
Cook for three minutes on the other side and remove to a paper towel. Chill.
When ready to serve, cut the tuna into 1/4 inch slices.
Place the tuna on the plate layered with the sliced tomatoes.
Sprinkle the mozzarella and basil over the top of the salad.
Sprinkle the salt and pepper over the salad.
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad.
Serve.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 3 ounces fish with salad
Servings: 2
Amount Per Serving
Calories 331 | Calories from Fat 193 |
% Daily Value |
Total Fat 22g | 32% |
Saturated Fat 5g | 18% |
Monounsaturated Fat 12g | |
Trans Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 56mg | 18% |
Sodium 359mg | 13% |
Total Carbohydrates 6g | <1% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
Sugars 4g | |
Protein 28g |
Vitamin A 38% | Vitamin C 29% |
Calcium 22% | Iron 3% |
Vitamin K 70 mcg | Potassium 714 mg |
Magnesium 71 mg |