Chimichurri Tuna Steak, Quinoa & Cherry Tomatoes Plate
Chimichurri Tuna Steak, Quinoa & Cherry Tomatoes Plate brings Argentinian flavour to a plate that delivers 51g of protein for 512 kcal. A reliable weeknight dinner that reheats beautifully for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 150g Tuna Steak
- 150g quinoa
- 80g courgette
- 80g cherry tomatoes
- 10g olive oil
- 6g garlic
- 10g lemon juice
- large handful of parsley & oregano, chilli flakes
- 15g red onion
Method
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1
Prep everything first: wash and trim the courgette and cherry tomatoes, then measure out the sauce ingredients.
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2
Rinse the quinoa and simmer in 2 parts water for 15 minutes until the tails appear, then fluff.
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Sear the tuna steak in a very hot pan for 60-90 seconds per side, keeping the centre pink, then slice.
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4
Finely chop the herbs and mix with the garlic, olive oil, lemon juice and chilli flakes. Spoon the chimichurri over the sliced protein.
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Meanwhile, steam or stir-fry the courgette and cherry tomatoes for 3-5 minutes until just tender with a little bite.
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Build the plate: quinoa first, then the veg and tuna steak, spooning over any remaining sauce. Finish with the red onion.
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