GRILLED TUNA WITH FRESH PINEAPPLE SALSA

Grilled Tuna with Fresh Pineapple Salsa image

"This easy-to-mix salsa adds tropical flair to sweet and spicy glazed tuna steaks," writes Bonnie Hogan from Rochester, New Hampshire. "It's a delicious and attractive entree with minimal prep work."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings (1 cup salsa).

Number Of Ingredients 11

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Ingredients

1 cup cubed fresh pineapple
1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
3 teaspoons cider vinegar, divided
1 teaspoon minced jalapeno pepper, optional
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon ketchup
4 tuna steaks (1 inch thick and 6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the pineapple, red onion, cilantro, 1-1/2 teaspoons vinegar and jalapeno if desired. Cover and refrigerate until serving. In a small bowl, combine the hoisin sauce, ketchup and remaining vinegar; set aside. , Rub both sides of fish with oil; sprinkle with 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-hot heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-6 minutes on each side for medium-rare or until slightly pink in the center, basting frequently with reserved hoisin sauce mixture. Serve with pineapple salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 385mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 40g protein. Diabetic Exchanges