Mediterranean-Fusion Small Plate with Seared Tuna and Citrus Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-05 · Updated 2026-07-05

A vibrant Mediterranean-inspired small plate featuring seared tuna topped with a fresh citrus salsa, perfect for date night or light dining. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs sushi-grade tuna steak, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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

• 6 oz sushi-grade tuna steak
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 medium, peeled and diced orange
• 1/2 medium, peeled and diced grapefruit
• 2 tbsp finely chopped red onion
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
• 1 cup baby arugula

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 6 oz sushi-grade tuna steak dry and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Step 2: Sear the tuna steak for 1.5 minutes per side, creating a rare center with a golden crust; remove from heat and let rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, combine 1 diced orange, 1/2 diced grapefruit, 2 tbsp finely chopped red onion, 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint, and 1 tbsp lemon juice; gently toss to blend flavors.
4. Step 4: Slice the rested tuna into 1/4-inch thick pieces and arrange over 1 cup of baby arugula leaves on a serving plate.
5. Step 5: Spoon the citrus salsa evenly over the tuna slices and sprinkle 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese on top before serving.