A little about this dish
This Tuna Steaks with Charred Corn Salsa takes the classic BBQ up a notch, featuring fresh tuna imbued with smoky heat and a vibrant, grilled corn salsa to complement. Thanks to the seasonal ingredients, it's packed with flavor and visual appeal.
Ingredients (for 2)
- Fresh tuna steaks — 2 pieces, about 6 ounces each
- Sweet corn — 1 ear — husked
- Cherry tomatoes — 1 cup — halved
- Cilantro — 1/4 cup — chopped
- Lime — 1 — zested and juiced
- Feta cheese — 1/2 cup — crumbled
- Lettuce leaves — for plating
- Olive oil — 3 tablespoons
- Salt — to taste
- Black pepper — to taste
Preparation
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Step 1 — 🔥🔝⏲️Preheat your grill on high heat to prepare it for cooking.
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Step 2 — 🐟🧂🫒Rub the tuna steaks with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season them with salt and pepper.
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Step 3 — 🐟🔥⏲️Grill the seasoned tuna steaks for about 2 minutes on each side for a medium-rare center, or until your preferred doneness.
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Step 4 — 🌽🔥⌛Grill the corn on the cob until charred on all sides, this should take about 10-12 minutes. Afterwards, let it cool down.
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Step 5 — 🌽🍅🍋Cut the kernels from the cooled corn and combine them in a bowl with the halved cherry tomatoes, chopped cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, and the remaining olive oil. Season this salsa with salt and pepper to taste.
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Step 6 — 🥬🐟🧀Plate the grilled tuna steaks on lettuce leaves. Generously top the tuna with the prepared charred corn salsa, and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese before serving.
A final fox tip
For an interesting flavor twist, add a diced avocado into the salsa. This can be a fun kitchen task for older kids, under adult supervision, and a nourishing way to include them in the cooking process.