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Seared Tuna with Quinoa Pilaf

High calorie, high protein - perfect for building muscle

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 min
Serves: 1

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz tuna steak
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 1/2 cups almonds, sliced
  • 1/4 cups dried cranberries
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • Sesame seeds, ginger

Instructions

  1. 1

    Season tuna with ginger and sesame seeds

  2. 2

    Sear in hot pan with olive oil, 2 minutes per side

  3. 3

    Mix quinoa with almonds and cranberries

  4. 4

    Arrange greens on plate with quinoa pilaf

  5. 5

    Slice tuna, arrange over quinoa, drizzle with balsamic

💡 Pro Tips

  • • Prep ingredients ahead of time to save cooking time
  • • Double the recipe and freeze half for easy meal prep
  • • Adjust seasonings to taste - everyone's preferences are different
  • • Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (adjusted)
Calories795
Protein58g
Carbohydrates52g
Fat28g
Macro Distribution
ProteinCarbsFat

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Best Time to Eat

Evening (6-8 PM)
Ideal for recovery and muscle building