Peixe Grelhado com Limão

Peixe Grelhado com Limão is a vibrant Brazilian grilled fish dish that highlights the natural flavors of fresh fish, enhanced by zesty lemon and aromatic herbs. This low-carb meal is not only delicious but also nutritious, making it perfect for a light lunch.

Ingredients

• Fresh white fish fillets (e.g., tilapia or snapper) - 300 grams
• Lemon - 1 large, juiced and zested
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Sea salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon wedges - for serving

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix the lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, olive oil, chopped parsley, sea salt, black pepper, and paprika to create a marinade.
2. Place the fish fillets in the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Allow them to marinate for 10 minutes.
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Remove the fish from the marinade and place it on the hot grill. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
5. Serve the grilled fish hot, garnished with lemon wedges and extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 2 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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