I need to tell you something real quick: I WANT TO MARRY TUNA STEAKS.
As I mentioned yesterday, I’m cooking a few recipes out of this super duper book I just finished. And as a mega mama lover of fish, this recipe jumped off the page, slapped my face into next week and then kissed me like Rhett Butler does to Scarlett O’Hara on a dangerously long red staircase.
And as if good tuna wasn’t enough to seal the deal for 10 thousand romantical slow dances in your heart, the marinade slash topping for this dish will FREAK. YOUR. FACE. RIGHT. OFF.
Ginger? Good gosh yes.
Garlic? Feed me a billion cloves.
Cilantro? Make me an edible scarf, please.
Lime juice and soy sauce? Draw me a bath now, would ya, dear?
Add slices of creamy avocado to the mix and OH. Oh, ohohohohoh. Ican’tevenstandit.
The only willy-nillying I did was to tweak the measurements a tad to fit my taste buds, and I served the tuna over wilted spinach. Which in my opinion everything in LIFE should be served over wilted spinach. Including wilted spinach.
One more thing and I’ll totes leave you alone. This is good tuna. PA-LEASE don’t cook it all the way through. You want it rare in the middle. Don’t be skeered.
Now please go make this and invite me over so I can steal it from you.
Grilled Citrus Tuna Steak With Avocado and Spinach:
What it took for 1: (hubs was on a plane and missed out. poor sucker.)
* 1 tuna steak (ahí or yellowfin)
* pinch of salt and pepper
* 3 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
* 2 Tbs. soy sauce
* 1 tsp freshly minced ginger
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
* juice of 1 lime, plus the zest
* 1 tsp sugar
* 1/2 avocado, thinly sliced
* 4 cups spinach
Season both sides of the tuna with salt and pepper.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 Tbs. oil, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, zest and sugar. Add the fish and marinate for at least 2 hours in the fridge.
In a small skillet heat the last Tbs of oil. Add the spinach and wilt slightly. Toss in a teeny pinch of salt and pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
Remove the fish from the marinade and grill (or sear) for 2 minutes on each side. Keep it rare in the center. PLEASE!
Pour the remaining marinade into a small saucepan and reduce until it becomes thick, 2 minutes.
Top the wilted spinach with the grilled fish, followed by the sliced avocado and a nice drizzle of the reduction.
Dear goodness me.
Oh MAH gosh. My boyfriend would totally give me the Girlfriend of the Year award if I whipped out this recipe. For serious, I think he’s going to leave me for tuna sometimes.
Yes, yes, YES!! I love everything about this!!
Every single flavor in here sounds amazing. Overcooked tuna should be equal to a mortal sin. Seriously people, don’t do it!
Gorgeous!! Is there a way I can print it out? I really want to try this!
Thanks, Carrie! YES, you can print any part of the post or just the recipe. Right at the top, click “print friendly.” Yay!
That marinade sounds like something I want to drink.
Can I please tell you that this looks like it could be my favorite meal….ever? The family and I go deep sea fishing all summer and I know I’m going to need to make this when we haul a tuna on board. NOM. And you’re completely right about cooking the tuna. Sear that baby on the outside only! Thanks for the recipe!
wow. If we were neighbors I’d be inviting myself to dinner. on a regular basis.
Love the fresh flavors!!
Sounds incredibly fresh and healthy. That tuna steak is beautiful!
okay, what time should I be there for round two of this meal???
i could hardly wait for you to post this after seeing your teaser pic yesterday! ohhhh good lord it looks amazing! i absolutely must make this for my hubby… he’s gonna flip! and i might add some cherry tomatoes to the spinach for a nice red pop. love you for this!!!
Mmm, heck yeah. I love tuna steaks. LOVE. And the fact that you referenced Gone with the Wind makes me so smiley. When I was pregnant, I begged Meeker to let me name our daughter Rhett Butler, but he wouldn’t let me.
AMAZEBALLS.
This looks amazing. I’ve never had a tuna steak before so *dumb question alert*……..is it warm in the center after you cooked it?
It’s not COOL by any means, but it’s more room temp. And divine. And you won’t believe how it will change your life, forever. Try it!
Fabulous recipe! LOVE the combination of ingredients. Definitely craving this dish now!
i can hardly stand it! scrumptious.
This looks delicious. So light and healthy. I am always trying to think of new ways to use avocado besides smushing it on my face/mouth. YUM.
i have bookmarked SO MANY of your recipes between last night and today! Love your blog, and this tuna is going to be made by me next week for sure!!
This looks delicious! I love Tuna… add avocado and spinach and I’m done
Mmmm!
So I’m so embarrased to admit that I’ve never actually had a tuna steak. Tuna from a can? Yep. But this looks so – much – better!!!
What a beautiful photo of the avocado on the tuna! The flavors have to be fantastic! We are featuring your post on our Facebook page today, where we share the best avocado recipes on the planet. Facebook/Avocados_Direct http://www.californiaavocadosdirect.com Thank you!
The marinade sounds divine, and your photos are gorgeous – beautiful presentation.