TUNA STEAK SALAD

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If your idea of tuna salad is laden with mayo, kick the can and make tuna steaks instead. They're quick and delicious on a bed of greens and can be easily replaced with another favorite fish. -Mildred Sherrer, Fort Worth, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup olive oil, divided
3 tablespoons chopped shallots, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 pound tuna steaks (1 inch thick)
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
1 cup cut fresh thin asparagus (1-inch pieces)
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons minced chives

Steps:

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 3 tablespoons oil, 1 tablespoon shallots, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Add tuna steaks. Seal and turn to coat; marinate for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, for dressing, combine the vinegar, mustard, sugar, and remaining shallots, salt and pepper in a small bowl; slowly whisk in remaining oil. Set aside. , Drain and discard marinade. In a large nonstick skillet, cook tuna over medium heat for 3-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare or until slightly pink in the center. , On individual salad plates, arrange the greens, asparagus and tomatoes. Cut tuna into bite-size pieces; add to salads. Drizzle salads with dressing. Sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 calories, Fat 38g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 442mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.