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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

The refrigerator light goes on...

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.


 

Tuna Caprese Salad

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

Tuna Caprese Salad
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