Best 14 Tuna Steaks With Garlic Tomatoes Capers And Basil Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Tuna Steaks with Garlic, Tomatoes, Capers, and Basil recipe. This dish tantalizes your taste buds with its symphony of flavors. Savor the tender, flaky tuna steaks seared to perfection, complemented by a vibrant sauce featuring sweet tomatoes, savory garlic, briny capers, and aromatic basil. The harmonious blend of ingredients creates a delightful balance that will leave you craving more. This seafood extravaganza is not just limited to tuna steaks; we also present variations using swordfish, halibut, or salmon, ensuring every seafood lover finds their perfect match. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our versatile recipes that promise an unforgettable dining experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MEDITERRANEAN TUNA STEAKS



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Mediterranean Tuna Steaks marry the tuna steaks with a Tuscan tomato and basil sauce with olives, capers and garlic. Easy and absolutely wonderful.

Provided by Kris Longwell

Categories     Entree / Seafood

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tbsp olive oil
1 large yellow onion (chopped)
3 cloves garlic (2 minced and 1 crushed)
1 cup whole tomatoes (We love San Marzano, drained and chopped)
8 basil leaves (fresh, roughly chopped)
2 tbsp flat-leaf parsley (fresh, chopped, plus more for garnish)
4 tuna steaks (each about 1/2 lb)
Kosher (or Sea salt and freshly ground pepper)
1 cup black olives (pitted, left whole, or, sliced/chopped)
4 tsp capers (rinsed)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, warm 3 tablespoons of the olive oil.
  • Add the onion and saute until it begins to soften, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the minced garlic and saute until golden, about 2 minutes longer.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, basil and 2 tablespoons of the parsley and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Lightly season the tuna steaks on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • In another skillet, large enough to hold the fish in a single layer, warm the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add the crushed garlic and cook, stirring often, until golden, about 2 minutes. Remove and discard the garlic.
  • Add the tuna steaks to the skillet, raise the heat to medium-high, and cook, turning once, until lightly browned on both sides, about 2 - 3 minutes per side.
  • Pour the reserved sauce directly over the fish, reduce the heat to low, and add the olives and capers, and cook for another 5 minutes (sauce will thicken a little more).
  • Transfer tuna steaks and sauce to plates and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 41 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 652 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TUNA LINGUINE WITH TOMATOES, OLIVES & CAPERS RECIPE BY TASTY



Tuna Linguine With Tomatoes, Olives & Capers Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: salt, linguine, olive oil, garlic, red chili flakes, dried oregano, caper, kalamata olive, tomato paste, diced tomato, tuna

Provided by Kiano Moju

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

salt, to taste
½ lb linguine
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
½ teaspoon red chili flakes
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon caper
½ cup kalamata olive
2 tablespoons tomato paste
14 oz diced tomato, 1 can
5 oz tuna, 1 can, drained

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain.
  • Add the olive oil, garlic, and chile flakes to a large sauté pan. Turn the heat to medium-low and slowly heat up until the garlic is fragrant and lightly colored, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the oregano, capers, olives, tomato paste, and diced tomatoes. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the tuna and cook for another minute.
  • Toss in the cooked pasta.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 17 grams, Sugar 6 grams

TUNA STEAKS WITH GARLIC, TOMATOES, CAPERS, & BASIL



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This is quick and simple and the sauce is wonderful. I like to add a few red pepper flakes for a little more kick.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Fish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 c chopped onions
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1 c fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
1 1/2 Tbsp capers, rinsed and drained
4 5-6-oz ahi tuna steaks, each about 1-inch thick

Steps:

  • 1. Heat 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add onions; saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; sauté until golden, about 3 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, basil, and capers. Simmer uncovered until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
  • 2. Meanwhile, heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil in another heavy large skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle fish with salt and pepper. Add fish to skillet and cook until light brown at edges but pink in center, about 3 minutes per side.
  • 3. Pour in tomato mixture. Simmer until fish is opaque in center, about 5 minutes longer. Serve fish immediately.

PASTA WITH TUNA, TOMATOES, GARLIC, CAPERS, AND OLIVES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound pasta noodles such as: penne
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
6 medium garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons capers rinsed, roughly chopped
2 anchovies, finely minced
1/2 cup pitted black olives such as kalamata, roughly chopped
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved or 1 (28-ounce) can whole, peeled tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup loosely packed, roughly chopped parsley or basil leaves
1 can rinsed and drained, white albacore tuna
1 teaspoon salt
Cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in large pot of rapidly boiling water until al dente or done to your liking.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the sauce. Place olive oil and the garlic in a large saute pan and turn heat to medium. Cook until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden. Add capers, anchovies, olives, and tomatoes. Cook until the tomatoes start to break down and become a sauce, about 8 minutes. Toss with cooked pasta. Add parsley and tuna and season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

TUNA WITH TOMATO CAPER BASIL SAUCE



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This is a a favorite at our house with all the flavors that we love. I would say don't even try this with frozen tuna (it just isn't the same), only fresh will do!

Provided by FlemishMinx

Categories     Tuna

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tuna steaks, about 1-inch thick
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 cups onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb roma tomato, seeded and coarsely chopped
1 cup basil leaves, thinly sliced
1 1/2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat 3 TBS oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat; add the onions and saute about 5 minutes until soft.
  • Add the garlic and cook an additional 2 minutes, then add in the tomatoes, basil and capers, stirring well to combine.
  • Simmer, uncovered for 15 minutes; mixture will thicken.
  • Remove sauce to a bowl and set aside.
  • Wipe out the sauce pan, then heat with remaining 3 TBS of oil over medium heat.
  • Salt and pepper fish to taste, then place in the pan when oil is hot.
  • Cook fish about 3 minutes per side (fish should be light brown at edges but still pink inside).
  • Pour the tomato mixture over the fish and simmer for about 5 minutes, then serve immediately!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.9, Fat 20.7, SaturatedFat 2.9, Sodium 105.2, Carbohydrate 14.1, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 6.5, Protein 2.5

TUNA STEAKS WITH TOMATO AND BASIL RAW SAUCE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 14m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling, plus 2 to 3 tablespoons
4 (1-inch) tuna steaks, 6 to 8 ounces each
Salt and pepper
6 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
A handful parsley leaves, chopped
1/2 cup torn or chopped fresh basil leaves, about 10

Steps:

  • Heat a grill pan or indoor/outdoor grill to high. Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil over the tuna steaks spread it around then season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine tomatoes, onions, parsley and basil in a bowl. Dress with extra-virgin olive oil, enough to coat the tomatoes evenly, 2 to 3 tablespoons. Season the tomatoes with salt and pepper, to taste. Let the sauce marinate at least 10 minutes.
  • When you are ready to eat, grill steaks 2 minutes on each side for rare, 3 minutes for medium and 4 for opaque, well done. Stir sauce up then serve liberal amounts of it on top of the steaks.

TUNA STEAKS WITH TOMATOES, CAPERS AND BASIL



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Make and share this Tuna Steaks With Tomatoes, Capers and Basil recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Tuna

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cups onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb plum tomato, coarsely chopped
1 cup fresh basil leaf, loosely packed
1 1/2 tablespoons capers, rinsed, drained
24 ounces ahi tuna steaks (each about 1 inch thick)

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add onions; sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic; sauté until golden, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in tomatoes, basil, and capers.
  • Simmer uncovered until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil in another heavy large skillet over medium heat.
  • Sprinkle fish with salt and pepper.
  • Add fish to skillet and cook until light brown at edges but pink in center, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Pour in tomato mixture.
  • Simmer until fish is opaque in center, about 5 minutes longer.
  • Serve fish immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483.7, Fat 29, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 64.6, Sodium 171.1, Carbohydrate 13.7, Fiber 3, Sugar 6.5, Protein 41.8

TUNA WITH CAPERS, OLIVES AND LEMON



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This is not your mother's mayonnaise-laden tuna salad, but it's just as easy to prepare. Here's what you do: stir together some canned tuna, garlic, lemon juice, red onion, black olives, capers and fresh parsley, then spread it on buttered toast. Top it off with a round of ripe tomato or slivers of avocado and another slice of toast. That's it. If you want to make it into a dip, toss the mixture into a food processor with a few tablespoons of softened butter and a bit more olive oil. Purée until smooth and creamy and serve with carrots, fennel, bell pepper and seeded crackers. If you have a tin of sardines taunting you from inside your cabinet, we bet this recipe would work equally well with those.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, lunch, quick, weekday, appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 4 sandwiches or 8 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 garlic clove, finely minced
Juice of half a lemon, plus more to taste
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus 4 more tablespoons if serving as dip
20 ounces canned tuna, preferably packed in olive oil, drained
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped black olives
2 tablespoons capers
2 tablespoons minced parsley or basil
Salt to taste
Buttered toast, if serving as sandwiches
10 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, if serving as dip

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mash garlic with the back of a spoon. Whisk in the lemon juice and 5 tablespoons of olive oil. Combine with the tuna, onion, olives, capers, herbs and salt to taste.
  • Serve on buttered toast for sandwiches, or make into a dip: Pulse the tuna salad and butter in a food processor until it is creamy. With the motor of the processor running, slowly add the additional 4 tablespoons oil. Taste and add more salt or lemon juice if needed. Serve with cut vegetables (fennel and bell peppers are nice) and crackers.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 273, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 228 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SPAGHETTI WITH TUNA, TOMATOES, CAPERS, AND BASIL



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Categories     Pasta     Tomato     Quick & Easy     Basil     Tuna     Summer     Capers     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds tomatoes, halved, seeded, very thinly sliced
2 6-ounce cans solid white tuna packed in oil, drained, separated into chunks
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 anchovy fillets, minced
2 small garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup chopped drained capers
1 1/4 pounds spaghetti
2 cups coarsely chopped fresh basil (from 3 large bunches)

Steps:

  • Gently mix first 6 ingredients in large bowl. Season tuna-tomato mixture to taste with salt and pepper. Let stand 1 hour at room temperature.
  • Cook spaghetti in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain; return to pot. Add tuna-tomato mixture and basil. Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl and serve.

SEARED TUNA WITH TOMATOES AND BASIL



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Add a little Italian flavor to your seared tuna with tomatoes and basil, which create a well-seasoned natural sauce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 pounds tuna (1 inch thick), cut into 1-inch chunks
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
2 cups (about 12 ounces) small cherry tomatoes, stems removed and tomatoes cut in half
1/2 cup dry white wine, or water
3 sprigs fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • In a 12-inch skillet, heat 1 1/2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Season tuna generously with salt and pepper. Arrange half of tuna in skillet in a single layer to prevent crowding. Cook, turning once, until golden brown on top and bottom, about 1 1/2 minutes per side (3 minutes total). Tuna should be slightly pink inside. Transfer to a platter. Cover to keep warm. Add another 1 1/2 tablespoons oil, and repeat with second batch.
  • Wipe out the bottom of the skillet. Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil and the onion. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until onion is golden brown and soft, 4 to 6 minutes. Add tomatoes and wine, and simmer, stirring often, until the tomatoes' skins just begin to wrinkle, about 2 minutes. Cook at a bare simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes more. Add basil to skillet, and cook, stirring, until wilted. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon hot sauce over tuna just before serving.

SICILIAN TUNA



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Categories     Olive     Tomato     Marinate     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Basil     Tuna     Celery     Grill/Barbecue     Healthy     Capers     Lemon Juice     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

For tuna:
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 anchovy fillets, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
2 teaspoons finely chopped oregano
4 (6-ounces) tuna steaks, preferably albacore (1 inch thick; see cooks' note, below)
For sauce:
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 celery ribs, cut into 1/4-inch dice, plus 3 tablespoons celery leaves, coarsely chopped
2 ripe tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1/4 cup Kalamata or other brine-cured black olives, pitted and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons small capers, drained and chopped
3 tablespoons finely chopped basil
1 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Equipment: a 2-burner grill pan

Steps:

  • Marinate tuna:
  • Combine oil, lemon juice, anchovies, garlic, oregano, and tuna in a large sealable bag and seal bag, pressing out excess air. Let stand at room temperature, turning occasionally, 30 minutes.
  • Grill tuna:
  • Remove tuna from marinade and shake off any excess. Lightly oil grill pan and heat over medium-high heat until smoking. Grill tuna, turning once, until pale pink in center, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a platter and cover with foil to keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, make sauce:
  • Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Add diced celery and cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, olives, and capers and cook until sauce is slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in basil, lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper and remove from heat. Spoon sauce over tuna and sprinkle with celery leaves.

BASIL TUNA STEAKS



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One of my favorite creations is this five-ingredient recipe in the menu below. Tuna is delicious and can be grilled in no time.-Linda McLyman, Syracuse, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 tuna steaks (6 ounces each)
4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Drizzle both sides of tuna steaks with oil. Sprinkle with the basil, salt and pepper. , Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill tuna, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare or until slightly pink in the center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 358mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 40g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TASTY TUNA STEAKS



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Low-carb fans will love this easy tuna recipe created by our Test Kitchen. Marinated in red wine, soy sauce, ginger and garlic, these steaks are quick to fix and, you guessed it, low in carbohydrates. TIP: Asian vegetables or steamed broccoli florets are excellent on the side.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup dry red wine or reduced-sodium beef broth
1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon minced garlic
4 tuna steaks (6 ounces each)
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the wine, soy sauce, ginger and garlic. Pour into a large resealable plastic bag; add the tuna steaks and bay leaf. Seal bag and turn to coat; let stand for 15 minutes. , Drain and discard marinade and bay leaf. In a large skillet, cook tuna in oil over medium-high heat for 4-6 minutes on each side for medium-rare or until slightly pink in the center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 366mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 40g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TUNA STEAKS WITH GARLIC, TOMATOES, CAPERS, AND BASIL



Tuna Steaks with Garlic, Tomatoes, Capers, and Basil image

Categories     Garlic     Tomato     Basil     Tuna     Summer     Capers     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups chopped onions
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1 cup (loosely packed) fresh basil leaves
1 1/2 tablespoons capers, rinsed, drained
4 5- to 6-ounceahi tuna steaks (each about 1 inch thick)

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add onions; sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; sauté until golden, about 3 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, basil, and capers. Simmer uncovered until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil in another heavy large skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle fish with salt and pepper. Add fish to skillet and cook until light brown at edges but pink in center, about 3 minutes per side. Pour in tomato mixture. Simmer until fish is opaque in center, about 5 minutes longer. Serve fish immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh tuna steaks: Look for tuna steaks that are firm and have a bright red color. Avoid steaks that are brown or have a slimy texture.
  • Marinate the tuna steaks: Marinating the tuna steaks in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs helps to tenderize and flavor the fish.
  • Cook the tuna steaks over high heat: Tuna steaks should be cooked over high heat to sear the outside and keep the inside moist and flaky.
  • Use a non-stick skillet: A non-stick skillet will help to prevent the tuna steaks from sticking and breaking apart.
  • Don't overcook the tuna steaks: Tuna steaks are best when they are cooked to medium-rare or medium. Overcooked tuna steaks will be dry and tough.
  • Serve the tuna steaks immediately: Tuna steaks are best served immediately after they are cooked. They can be served with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

Tuna steaks are a delicious and healthy option for a main course. They are quick and easy to cook, and can be served with a variety of sides. By following the tips in this article, you can cook perfect tuna steaks every time.

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