Teriyaki tilapia with herb salad
Delight in the flavors of teriyaki glazed tilapia atop a bed of fresh herb salad. A harmonious blend of savory and fresh notes awaits in this dish.
Ingredients:
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
- 3 yellow squash or zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 4 8-ounce skinless halibut fillets (about 1 inch thick)
- 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, flat-leaf parsley, or thyme (optional)
- 2 lemons, halved
Instructions:
- Position a steamer inside a large saucepan. Pour in enough water to almost touch the bottom of the steamer. Heat until boiling.
- Put the broccoli and squash in the steamer, cover it, and steam until they are soft, approximately 7 minutes. Move them to a bowl, add ¼ teaspoon of salt, and cover.
- If needed, pour more water into the saucepan. Bring it back to a boil. Season the halibut with ½ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of pepper.
- Place the seasoned halibut on the steamer, cover it, and cook until it is easily flaked and evenly colored, about 7 minutes.
- Drizzle the cooked halibut and vegetables with the oil. Sprinkle with the herbs (if desired) and serve with the lemon halves.
Summary:
- Calories: 1434 kcal
- Fat: 17 g
- Protein: 157 g
- Carbs: 162 g
- Potassium: 2982 mg
- Magnesium: 524 mg