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Chilled Insalata of Tuna and Herbed Rice

  • Servings:

    Serves 4 as an appetizer
  • Prep Time:

    20 minutes
  • Cook Time:

    10 minutes

Ingredients

6 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
1 Tbsp. grated lemon zest
6 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice, divided
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
2 (8 oz.) tuna steaks, 1+1/2 inches thick
1 pint grape tomatoes
1 tsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
1 small clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup scallions, chopped
1 Tbsp. capers, rinsed and drained
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups cooked long-grain rice
1/4 cup chopped parsley
2 Tbsp.chopped fresh mint
Boston or Bibb lettuce leaves for serving (optional)
mint sprigs (optional garnish)
Chilled Insalata of Tuna and Herbed Rice

Directions

1. Prepare the tuna marinade. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, lemon zest, 2 tablespoons of the lemon juice, garlic, and black pepper. Transfer to a resealable plastic bag. Add the tuna, seal thebag, and turn the tuna to coat completely with the marinade. Marinate at roomtemperature while preparing the rest of the salad, about 20 minutes.
2. Quarter tomatoes and place in a colander. Sprinkle with the sugar and salt,toss to coat, and let drain for 10 to 15 minutes.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/4 cup lemon juice and 1/4 cup olive oil. Stir in garlic, scallions, capers, and red pepper flakes. Add rice and stir to combine well. Set aside.
4. Cook the tuna. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Measure 2 tablespoons of the marinade from the bag into the pan, then add the tuna. Sear the steaks for 3 minutes per side for rare, 4 to 5 minutes for medium-rare. Set aside to cool, about 8 to 10 minutes. Cut into bite-size piecesand stir into the rice. Add parsley, mint, and tomatoes and mix again.
5. Cover and refrigerate until well chilled, at least 1 hour. Stir again just before serving. Serve chilled, in the serving bowl or, if desired, place lettuce leaves on individual plates and top with scoops of the salad.Garnish with mint sprigs if using.
Source: Hannaford fresh Magazine, November - December 2011

Nutrition

Nutritional Facts
Servings Serves 4
Base Nutrients
Calories 680 kcal (34%)
Calories from Fat 234 kcal (0%)
Total Fat 26 g (40%)
Saturated Fat 5 g (23%)
Cholesterol 45 mg (15%)
Sodium 260 mg (11%)
Total Carbohydrates 78 g (26%)
Dietary Fiber 2 g (8%)
Protein 34 g (57%)
Vitamins
Vitamin A n/a
Vitamin C n/a
Minerals
Calcium n/a
Iron n/a
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