Grilled Tuna with Yuzu Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-23 · Updated 2026-03-23

Tender tuna steaks glazed with a tangy yuzu-honey mixture, served with pickled vegetables and rice. This Japanese-inspired seafood recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs tuna steak, yuzu juice, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs tuna steak
• 2 tbsp yuzu juice
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1/2 cup pickled radish
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 tbsp yuzu juice, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp honey. Add the 2 lbs tuna steak, ensuring it is fully submerged in the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes, turning the tuna halfway through to ensure even coating. Tip: The marinade’s acidity from yuzu helps tenderize the tuna while the honey adds a subtle sweetness.
2. Step 2: Preheat a grill or grill pan over high heat until it’s hot enough that a drop of water sizzles immediately. Lightly oil the grates with 1 tbsp olive oil (not specified in ingredients, but necessary for searing). Remove the tuna from the marinade, letting any excess liquid drip off, then place it on the grill. Cook for 4 minutes per side, or until the edges curl slightly and the surface is seared with visible grill marks. Tip: Avoid flipping too early—let the tuna develop a golden crust before turning.
3. Step 3: While the tuna rests for 2 minutes (covered with foil), arrange the 1/2 cup pickled radish on a serving platter. Drizzle any remaining marinade over the grilled tuna, then place it on top of the radish. Sprinkle 1 tbsp sesame seeds evenly over the tuna and radish. Tip: The pickled radish’s crunch contrasts with the tuna’s tenderness, and the sesame seeds add a nutty finish.