Best 7 Grilled Lime Tuna Recipes

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**Grilled Lime Tuna: A Delightful Fusion of Flavors**

Grilled lime tuna is a tantalizing dish that captivates the senses with its vibrant flavors and enticing aroma. This culinary masterpiece combines the delicate succulence of tuna with the zesty tang of lime, creating a harmonious balance that is sure to delight your taste buds. As you savor each bite of this grilled delicacy, you'll be transported to a tropical paradise, where the refreshing taste of lime mingles with the smoky essence of the grill, creating an unforgettable dining experience. This article presents a collection of carefully curated recipes that guide you through the process of creating this delectable dish, ensuring that every bite is an explosion of flavor. Whether you prefer a simple marinade or a more elaborate sauce, these recipes cater to a range of culinary preferences, making it easy for you to craft the perfect grilled lime tuna that will leave a lasting impression on your palate.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED GINGER-LIME TUNA STEAKS



Grilled Ginger-Lime Tuna Steaks image

Add a zesty twist to your fish! Tuna takes on a whole new taste when it's marinated in an easy homemade ginger-lime marinade.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lb tuna steaks, 3/4 to 1 inch thick
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 teaspoons finely chopped gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 cloves garlic, crushed
Lime wedges, if desired

Steps:

  • If fish steaks are large, cut into 6 serving pieces. In shallow glass or plastic dish or resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix remaining ingredients except lime wedges. Add fish; turn to coat. Cover dish or seal bag and refrigerate, turning fish once, at least 1 hour but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. Remove fish from marinade; reserve marinade. Cover and grill fish about 4 inches from medium heat 11 to 15 minutes, brushing 2 or 3 times with marinade and turning once, until fish flakes easily with fork. Discard any remaining marinade. Serve fish with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

OLD BAY HONEY LIME GRILLED TUNA



OLD BAY HONEY LIME GRILLED TUNA image

Categories     Fish     Broil     Quick & Easy     Healthy

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup oil
1 tsp. Old Bay seasoning
1 tbsp. lime juice
1 tbsp. honey
1 1/2 tsp. basil leaves
1 lb. tuna (or swordfish) steaks

Steps:

  • Combine first 5 ingredients in shallow dish or plastic self-closing bag. Add fish; turn to coat. Refrigerate 20 minutes. Grill or broil 8-10 minutes per inch of thickness or until fish flakes easily with fork.

GRILLED LIME TUNA



Grilled Lime Tuna image

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, main course

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 thick slice of tuna 10 ounces
1/2 lime

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler if using.
  • Wash and dry tuna, and squeeze juice from lime over both sides. Let tuna sit no more than 20 minutes.
  • Prepare stove-top grill if using. Measure tuna at thickest point, and cook eight minutes to the inch, grilling or broiling on both sides.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 98, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 39 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SOY-LIME MARINATED GRILLED TUNA WITH CUCUMBER SALAD



Soy-Lime Marinated Grilled Tuna With Cucumber Salad image

Make and share this Soy-Lime Marinated Grilled Tuna With Cucumber Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gingerbear

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup soy sauce
2/3 cup fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 tablespoons ginger (minced or grated)
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 1/2 lbs fresh tuna fillets (1-inch thick)
2 small cucumbers, peeled
3/4 cup carrot, peeled and sliced very thin (or grated)
1 teaspoon finely chopped red jalapeno chiles or 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 scallion, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1 head green leaf lettuce, sliced into fine ribbons 1/4 inch thick (6 cups)
1/4 cup loosely packed cilantro leaf
1/4 cup loosely packed Thai basil or 1/4 cup regular basil leaves

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, ginger and brown sugar (makes 1 1/2 cups).
  • Stir well.
  • Pour half the mixture into a shallow dish large enough to fit the fish.
  • Add the fish and marinate at room temperature 30 minutes or in the refrigerator 45 minutes.
  • If refrigerating, remove the fish from the refrigerator 15 minutes before grilling.
  • Meanwhile, cut the cucumbers in half lengthwise.
  • Using a spoon, scoop out the seeds.
  • Cut the cucumbers into 1/4-inch-thick slices crosswise (makes about 2 cups).
  • Add the cucumbers, carrot, chile pepper, scallion and sesame seeds to the remaining marinade, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Remove the fish to paper towels and discard the marinade in the dish.
  • Pat the excess marinade from the tuna.
  • With a pastry or barbecue brush, brush the fish with additional olive oil.
  • On an outdoor grill or a grill pan over high heat, lightly brush the grates with olive oil (do not place the fish on the grill until the flames have subsided).
  • Grill the fish 3 to 5 minutes on both sides for medium rare or 6 to 8 minutes for medium well.
  • When slightly cooled, cut into thick slices.
  • Meanwhile, mix the lettuce and herbs with the chilled marinade and transfer to a platter.
  • Place the fish on top, and drizzle additional marinade over the fish.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.8, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 76.5, Sodium 2122.4, Carbohydrate 25.2, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 12.3, Protein 46.8

AHI TUNA ON GRILLED PINEAPPLE W/LIME MUSTARD



Ahi Tuna on Grilled Pineapple W/Lime Mustard image

From *The Carnival Experience* by Peter Leypold (Exec Chef of Carnival Cruise Lines), this starter course or appy is elegant, incredibly good & an easy-fix that esp appeals to me as it is made ahead & served cold to the table in a flash. I promise you & your guests will love this!

Provided by twissis

Categories     Fruit

Time 20m

Yield 6 Appy Servings, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 teaspoon lime juice
2 tablespoons English mustard or 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 fresh pineapple
12 ounces fresh ahi tuna
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Mix lime juice w/mustard & set aside.
  • FOR PINEAPPLE:.
  • Halve pineapple from side-to-side & reserve top half for another use. Peel bottom half of pineapple, remove center core & cut into 6 rd slices.
  • Heat stove-top grill or grill pan & grill pineapple slices till lightly browned. Remove from heat, brush w/lime mustard & set aside to chill.
  • FOR TUNA: Cut tuna into 12 1 oz chunks, sear the tuna chunks in the butter & set aside to chill.
  • TO SERVE: Place 2 chunks of the tuna on ea pineapple slice & serve cold sprinkled w/sea salt & lime zest as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.1, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 31.7, Sodium 50, Carbohydrate 6.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3.9, Protein 14.4

GRILLED TUNA WITH WASABI-LIME SOY VINAIGRETTE RECIPE



Grilled Tuna With Wasabi-Lime Soy Vinaigrette Recipe image

Provided by Joelene

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 yellowfin tuna steaks, sushi grade
4 tablespoons light soy sauce
Salt and pepper, to taste
Vinaigrette
3 tablespoons light soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon wasabi paste or horseradish
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon mirin (sweet Japanese rice wine)
1/4 cup vegetable oil
Salad
1 pound baby greens or mesclun
Bean sprouts or alfalfa sprouts for garnish

Steps:

  • Cover the tuna steaks with soy sauce and let stand until ready to cook, but no longer than 1 hour. Combine vinaigrette ingredients in a small bowl and whisk until combined. Taste, adjust seasonings and set aside. Season tuna steaks with freshly ground pepper and salt. Heat grill to high heat. Cook tuna quickly so the outside browns and the inside remains a reddish-pink - about 1 to 2 minutes per side, depending on thickness of tuna. Transfer tuna to cutting board and slice thinly. Divide the greens among four plates. Arrange sliced tuna in a fan pattern over the greens and drizzle with wasabi-lime vinaigrette. Garnish with sprouts. Makes 4 servings

GRILLED GINGER-LIME TUNA STEAKS



Grilled Ginger-Lime Tuna Steaks image

Add a zesty twist to your fish! Tuna takes on a whole new taste when it's marinated in an easy homemade ginger-lime marinade.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lb tuna steaks, 3/4 to 1 inch thick
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 teaspoons finely chopped gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 cloves garlic, crushed
Lime wedges, if desired

Steps:

  • If fish steaks are large, cut into 6 serving pieces. In shallow glass or plastic dish or resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix remaining ingredients except lime wedges. Add fish; turn to coat. Cover dish or seal bag and refrigerate, turning fish once, at least 1 hour but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. Remove fish from marinade; reserve marinade. Cover and grill fish about 4 inches from medium heat 11 to 15 minutes, brushing 2 or 3 times with marinade and turning once, until fish flakes easily with fork. Discard any remaining marinade. Serve fish with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest tuna possible. Look for tuna that is bright red in color and has a firm texture. Avoid any tuna that is brown or has a slimy texture.
  • Cut the tuna into steaks or fillets of equal thickness. This will help the tuna to cook evenly.
  • Marinate the tuna in a mixture of lime juice, olive oil, garlic, and herbs. This will help to flavor the tuna and keep it moist during grilling.
  • Grill the tuna over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes per side, or until it is cooked to your desired doneness. Tuna is best cooked medium-rare, so it is still slightly pink in the center.
  • Serve the grilled lime tuna immediately with your favorite sides. Some popular sides include grilled vegetables, rice, or salad.

Conclusion:

Grilled lime tuna is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a summer cookout. It is easy to make and can be cooked in just a few minutes. The lime marinade adds a bright and citrusy flavor to the tuna, and the grilling process helps to create a perfectly cooked and flavorful fish. Serve grilled lime tuna with your favorite sides for a complete and satisfying meal.

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