DEE'S GRILLED TUNA WITH GREENS

Dee's Grilled Tuna with Greens image

Slices of moist, tender tuna top this colorful combination of fresh spinach, grape tomatoes, corn and edamame (green soy beans). The tangy vinaigrette sparks the salad's flavors. -Delawrence Reed, Durham, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

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Ingredients

1 pound tuna steaks
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 cups fresh baby spinach
1 cup grape tomatoes
3/4 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
CITRUS VINAIGRETTE:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Brush tuna with olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over high heat or broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes on each side for rare; cook longer if desired. Let stand for 5 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the spinach, tomatoes, edamame and corn. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients; drizzle over salad and toss to coat., Divide salad among four plates; slice tuna and arrange over salads. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges