Grilled Ahi Tuna Steak Recipe

Ocean Wise ahi tuna steaks grilled with lemon and olive oil, served alongside a colorful medley of tender, lightly charred vegetables.

Recipe - IGA Vancouver (Burrard St.)

Prep Time15 Minutes

Servings4

Cook Time10 Minutes

Ingredients

2 tuna steaks (approximately 150 g each)

2 tbsp olive oil for the "Grilled Ahi Tuna" and 1 tbsp olive oil for the "Mixed Grilled Veggies"

Salt to taste

Pepper to taste

Juice of 1 lemon + 4 lemon slices

2 small zucchini, cut into thick spears

2 small Roma tomatoes, sliced in half lengthwise

2 ears corn, cut in half

1 small onion, sliced into ¼-inch strips

1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves

Fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

Recipe Introduction: Perfect for summer entertaining, these Ocean Wise ahi tuna steaks are lightly seasoned with lemon, olive oil, salt, and pepper, then grilled to a tender medium-rare finish. Served alongside a colorful medley of grilled vegetables, this dish is fresh, flavorful, and packed with protein.

Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2: Pat tuna steaks dry with paper towel.

Step 3: Rub tuna steaks with olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

Step 4: Let marinate for 30 minutes.

Step 5: Grill tuna steaks for 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare.

Step 6: During cooking, spoon any remaining marinade over the tuna.

Step 7: Grill until the tuna reaches an internal temperature of 140°F.

Step 8: Remove from heat and rest for 2 minutes.

Step 9: Toss zucchini, tomatoes, corn, onion, and thyme with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Step 10: Grill vegetables over medium heat until tender and lightly charred.

Step 11: Arrange grilled vegetables on a serving platter.

Step 12: Top with fresh parsley and serve alongside the tuna steaks.

Step 13: Garnish with grilled lemon slices.

Serving Suggestion: Serve alongside the mixed grilled vegetables and garnish with grilled lemon slices. Pair with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a citrus-forward white blend for a refreshing complement to the lemon and grilled vegetables.