Turkey Free Sheet Pan Tuna Steaks with Tomatoes & Green Beans
This sheet pan dinner is a weeknight hero — bold, colorful, and packed with flavor from a smoky spice rub of cumin, smoked paprika, and turmeric that turns ordinary tuna steaks into something genuinely crave-worthy. The green beans get a little char at the tips while the cherry tomatoes blister and burst, creating a naturally saucy, jammy base that pairs beautifully with the fish. Everything roasts together on one pan, so cleanup is minimal and the whole meal comes together with almost no fuss. A bright cilantro-lime dressing whisked up while the tuna cooks ties every element together with a hit of citrus and fresh herb that cuts right through the richness of the olive oil. Because the protein here is fish rather than poultry, this is a naturally satisfying option for anyone navigating a table where turkey or other bird-based proteins are off the menu — no substitutions or workarounds needed. Serve it straight from the pan with extra lime wedges and you've got a dinner that looks far more impressive than the effort it actually took.
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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.
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