Nitrate & Nitrite Free Sheet Pan Tuna Steaks with Tomatoes & Green Beans
Fresh tuna steaks are one of the cleanest, most naturally wholesome proteins you can put on a sheet pan, and this recipe leans into that beautifully. Every ingredient here — from the blistered cherry tomatoes and charred green beans to the warm spice rub of cumin, smoked paprika, and turmeric — is whole and unprocessed, so there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden preservatives or curing agents. The bright cilantro-lime dressing, made with fresh lime juice, garlic, and chopped cilantro, pulls the whole dish together with a zippy, herbaceous finish that feels restaurant-worthy. Roasting everything on one pan means the vegetables soak up the savory drippings from the spiced tuna while developing their own caramelized edges. It's a weeknight dinner that looks impressive, tastes bold, and keeps things genuinely clean from start to finish.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
4 servings
- 1 lb green beans, trimmed
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- ¾ tsp fine sea salt, divided
- ½ tsp black pepper, divided
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 4 tuna steaks (6 oz each, about 1 inch thick)
For the cilantro-lime dressing
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 425°F (220°C). Line an 18×13-inch sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
- 2
Spread the green beans and cherry tomatoes on the prepared sheet pan. Drizzle with 2 tbsp of the olive oil, sprinkle with 1/2 tsp of the salt and 1/4 tsp of the pepper, and toss to coat. Spread into an even layer, leaving a clear space in the center for the tuna.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!