Grilled Tuna, Tomato and Mozzarella Salad

  • Prep 30 min
  • Total 30 min
  • Servings 3

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb tuna steaks
  • 1 teaspoon olive or vegetable oil
  • 1 small clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 3 large plum (Roma) tomatoes, sliced
  • 4 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves

Steps

  • 1
    Heat gas or charcoal grill. Drizzle both sides of tuna steaks with oil; rub with garlic. Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes to marinate.
  • 2
    Meanwhile, on large serving plate or platter, place tomato and cheese slices. Drizzle with vinaigrette; sprinkle with basil. Set aside.
  • 3
    Place tuna on grill. Cover grill; cook over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until fish flakes easily with fork and is slightly pink in center. Cut tuna into slices. Place tuna slices on top of tomatoes and cheese.

  • Rainy day? You can also use the broiler for this salad. Simply place tuna on the broiler pan rack, then broil with tops 4 to 6 inches from heat using times in recipe as a guide.
  • The best place to find fresh mozzarella is at the deli in your grocery store. They may even be willing to slice it for you.
  • Line the serving plate with large fresh spinach leaves before you arrange the tomatoes. The spinach will provide a pretty layer and is a nice addition to the salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
280
Calories from Fat
170
Total Fat
18g
28%
Saturated Fat
7g
34%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
65mg
22%
Sodium
310mg
13%
Potassium
520mg
15%
Total Carbohydrate
5g
2%
Dietary Fiber
0g
0%
Sugars
2g
Protein
25g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
15%
15%
Vitamin C
15%
15%
Calcium
30%
30%
Iron
4%
4%
Exchanges:
0 Starch; 0 Fruit; 0 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 1 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 3 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 1 1/2 Fat;
Carbohydrate Choice
1/2
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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