Tuna Fillet with Vegetables in the Oven – A Simple and Delicious Recipe

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Tuna fillet is essentially a delicacy, so it doesn't need complex additions or sauces. Baking tuna fillet with vegetables in the oven is an excellent solution! Moreover, it's a healthy dish that easily fits into a dietary and healthy eating plan. We're sharing a tried-and-true recipe!

Preparation time: 40 minutes.
Servings: 2.

Ingredients

• 600 g tuna fillet;
• 2 bell peppers;
• 1 zucchini;
• 1 red onion;
• 200 g cherry tomatoes;
• 2 tablespoons olive oil;
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano;
• 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika;
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper;
• 1 teaspoon salt.

Step-by-step recipe

1. Rinse and pat dry the tuna fillet with paper towels. Cut the fish into large, portion-sized pieces.
2. Wash and coarsely chop the vegetables, and halve the cherry tomatoes.
3. Mix the olive oil with oregano, paprika, ground black pepper, and salt. Brush the tuna with 1/3 of the aromatic marinade, and toss the vegetables with the remaining portion.
4. After that, transfer the vegetables to a baking dish and bake for 15 minutes in an oven preheated to 190 degrees Celsius (375°F).
5. Then, remove the dish, arrange the tuna pieces on top, and lightly drizzle them with the juices released by the vegetables.
6. Return the dish to the oven for another 12-15 minutes at the same temperature. Do not bake the tuna for too long, otherwise it will become dry.