Seared Tuna With Ginger-Sesame Green Beans and Quinoa
Ahi tuna lightly seared and served over protein-packed quinoa with vibrant ginger-sesame green beans. This restaurant-quality meal is rich in flavor and ready in just 20 minutes.
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Before you start
Your 20-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
To save time on busy weeknights, use pre-cooked frozen quinoa or batch-cook a large portion over the weekend.
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- 1Cook or warm any pre-cooked grain before assembly
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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In a small bowl
In a small bowl, whisk together the tamari, grated ginger, a pinch of black pepper, and a light drizzle of olive oil. Brush about half of this mixture evenly over both sides of the tuna steaks.
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Heat a large skillet or grill pan…
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat with a splash of olive oil. Once hot, sear the tuna steaks for 1 to 2 minutes per side for a slightly pink, medium-rare center (or longer if you prefer them well-done). Transfer the tuna to a cutting board to rest.
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Lower the heat to medium
Lower the heat to medium. Add the trimmed green beans to the same skillet with a small splash of water (about 2 tablespoons). Cover with a lid and steam for 3 to 4 minutes until tender-crisp.
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Remove the lid and pour the remaining…
Remove the lid and pour the remaining tamari-ginger mixture over the green beans. Toss well, then sprinkle in the sesame seeds, cooking for 1 more minute until the beans are lightly glazed and fragrant.
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Slice the rested tuna steaks and serve…
Slice the rested tuna steaks and serve alongside the ginger-sesame green beans over a bed of warm, cooked quinoa.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Ahi tuna cooks very quickly
Ahi tuna cooks very quickly. Ensure your pan is fully preheated before adding the steaks so you get a nice sear without overcooking the center.
To save time on busy weeknights
To save time on busy weeknights, use pre-cooked frozen quinoa or batch-cook a large portion over the weekend.
Leftover tuna is best eaten cold…
Leftover tuna is best eaten cold the next day over a leafy green salad to avoid drying out the fish in the microwave.
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