Fresh Tuna Black Olive and Red Pepper Salad Recipe

Fresh Tuna Black Olive And Red Pepper Salad Recipe

Ingredients

Serving Size : 4

• 4 tuna steaks – 5 to 6 oz each
• 6 tablespoons olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 red bell peppers; roasted – peeled and seeded –
• 1 (8 oz) jar red peppers – cut
• 1/4 inch strips
• 3 stalk celery – cut into 1/4 batons
• 12 large black olives; pitted – halved
• sliced
• 1 small bunch basil – cut into fine
• strips
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh oregano – chopped (opt)
• 1 small head red leaf lettuce – leaves separated

Method

1. Rub the tuna with 1 tablespoon of the oil and season with salt and pepper
2. Grill over hot coals for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, or broil under a hot broiler for about the same length of time.
3. Allow the tuna to cool, then break into 1-1/2 inch chunks using two forks.
4. In a bowl, combine the tuna, peppers, celery, olives and basil.
5. Mix the remaining olive oil with the lemon juice, oregano and salt and pepper to taste, pour over the tuna mixture and toss gently.
6. Serve the salad on the lettuce.

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