Peixe ao Molho de Limão

Peixe ao Molho de Limão is a delightful Brazilian baked fish dish that pairs tender fish fillets with a tangy lemon sauce, perfect for a healthy low-carb meal. This dish is not only refreshing but also packed with flavor, making it a great option for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• White fish fillets (like cod or tilapia) - 300 grams
• Fresh lemon juice - 50 ml
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a bowl, mix together the lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and paprika to create the marinade.
3. Place the fish fillets in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for about 10 minutes.
4. While the fish is marinating, prepare the vegetables by placing the sliced zucchini and halved cherry tomatoes around the fish in the baking dish.
5. Drizzle a little more olive oil over the vegetables and season with salt and pepper.
6. Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
7. Remove from the oven and garnish with additional chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart health.

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