🌿 Mediterranean Tuna Steaks with Creamy Garlic Sauce & Fresh Herb Salad

Servings: 2–3
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 10 min
Total Time: 20 min

🐟 Ingredients

For the Tuna Steaks

• 2–3 tuna steaks

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp lemon zest

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 clove garlic, minced

Creamy Garlic Sauce

• 2 tbsp butter

• 3 garlic cloves, finely minced

• ½ cup heavy cream

• ¼ cup chicken broth (or water)

• 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (optional but amazing)

• ½ tsp black pepper

• Salt to taste

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• 1 tsp lemon juice

Mediterranean Salad

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 cucumber, diced

• ½ red onion, thinly sliced

• ¼ cup olives

• ¼ cup feta cheese

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp lemon juice

• Salt + pepper

🔥 Instructions

1. Marinate the Tuna

1. In a bowl mix: olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, paprika, garlic, salt, pepper.

2. Coat tuna steaks well.

3. Let rest for 10 minutes.

2. Cook the Tuna Steaks

1. Heat a grill pan or frying pan on high.

2. Add a little oil.

3. Place tuna steaks and cook 2–3 minutes per side (medium) or 1–2 minutes for rare.

4. Remove and keep warm.

3. Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce

1. In the same pan melt butter.

2. Add minced garlic—cook 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. Add heavy cream + chicken broth.

4. Add Parmesan, salt, pepper.

5. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thick.

6. Add lemon juice + parsley.

7. Turn off heat.

4. Make the Mediterranean Salad

1. Combine tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, and feta.

2. Add olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

3. Toss gently.

🍽️ 5. Serve

• Place grilled tuna steaks on a plate.

• Pour creamy garlic sauce over the top.

• Serve with fresh Mediterranean salad on the side.

• Garnish with parsley and lemon slices.

❓ Q&A 

Q: Can I use canned tuna?

A: No, this recipe works best with fresh or frozen tuna steaks.

Q: What can I use instead of heavy cream?

A: Half-and-half, evaporated milk, or Greek yogurt (add at low heat).

Q: How do I know the tuna is done?

A: The center should still be slightly pink; tuna gets dry if overcooked.

Q: Can I air fry the tuna?

A: Yes! Air fry 5–6 min at 200°C after marinating.

Q: What side dishes go well with this?

• Garlic rice

• Herb roasted potatoes

• Quinoa

• Grilled vegetables