Blackened Yellowfin Tuna Steak with Black Beans and Cilantro Salsa

Cilantro-Lime Salsa

• 2 medium tomatoes, diced
• 1 green pepper, diced
• 1/2 red onion, diced
• 1/2 bunch cilantro, finely minced
• juice of 1 fresh lime
• 1/3 cup chopped black olives

Black Beans

• 2 (15 oz) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoons jalapeno, diced
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin

Tuna Steaks

• 2 yellowfin tuna steaks
• 1/2 cup blackened seasoning

If you can’t find blackened seasoning in the store, you can make it yourself with a recipe similar to the following…

• 2 teaspoons ground paprika
• 4 teaspoons dried leaf thyme
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper, or to your taste
• 1 teaspoon dried leaf oregano
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

1. Mix salsa and refrigerate
2. Mix black beans and simmer
3. Dredge steaks liberally with blackened seasoning
4. Cook in hot skillet 3-4 minutes per side
5. Serve tuna on bed of hot black beans
6. Serve with cilantro-lime salsa on top
7. Garnish with blue corn tortilla chips and remaining cilantro