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Grilled Tuna With Basil Pesto Recipe

Grilled Tuna With Basil Pesto Recipe

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Preheat grill to 400°F.
Wash and pat dry the tuna steaks. Season with salt and pepper and brush both sides with olive oil. Place tuna on hot grill and sear each side for 2 minutes for rate. If you prefer well done, cook the tuna an additional 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and let it rest.
Into the bowl of a food processor, add the garlic, basil leaves, pine nuts, salt, and pepper. Pulse until finely chopped. With the blender still running, slowly pour 1/2 cup of olive oil. Check for a thick, yet smooth consistency, adding more oil if necessary. Transfer to a bowl and stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.
Slice the tuna across the grain and on a bias into 1/2-inch thick slices. Place the slices on a serving plate and drizzle with lemon juice. Sauce tuna with pesto.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	847.71 Kcal (3549 kJ)
Calories from fat	678.98 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	75.44g	116%
Cholesterol	66.55mg	22%
Sodium	248.71mg	10%
Potassium	480.18mg	10%
Total Carbs	2.74g	1%
Sugars	0.7g	3%
Dietary Fiber	0.59g	2%
Protein	39.22g	78%
Vitamin C	5.5mg	9%
Vitamin A	3.4mg	113%
Iron	160.9mg	894%
Calcium	176.6mg	18%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	396.43 Kcal (1660 kJ)
Calories from fat	317.52 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	35.28g	116%
Cholesterol	31.12mg	22%
Sodium	116.31mg	10%
Potassium	224.56mg	10%
Total Carbs	1.28g	1%
Sugars	0.33g	3%
Dietary Fiber	0.28g	2%
Protein	18.34g	78%
Vitamin C	2.5mg	9%
Vitamin A	1.6mg	113%
Iron	75.2mg	894%
Calcium	82.6mg	18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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