**For the Veggie Salad: - 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved - 1/4 cup cucumber, diced - 1 handful mixed greens - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped - 1 clove garlic, minced - 1 tbsp red wine vinegar - 1 tbsp olive oil - Salt & black pepper, to taste
**For the Creamy Garlic Sauce: - 2 tbsp butter - 1 clove garlic, minced - 1/4 cup heavy cream - Salt & black pepper, to taste
**Directions: 1. Prep the Tuna: - Pat tuna dry. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano. - Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Sear tuna for about 1–2 minutes per side for rare, or longer if you prefer it cooked through. Set aside to rest.
2. Make the Salad: - In a bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, mixed greens, and parsley. - Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss with the veggies.
3. Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce: - In a small pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. - Stir in heavy cream and simmer until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Assemble: - Plate the salad. Slice tuna and lay over the top. - Drizzle with the creamy garlic sauce and a bit of leftover vinaigrette if desired. - Garnish with extra parsley or a grind of fresh black pepper.
**Servings: 2 **Estimated Calories: ~500–600 per serving