Pasta with Fish

This healthy Greek pasta dish features al dente spaghetti tossed with fresh fish, aromatic herbs, and a zesty lemon sauce. It's a light yet flavorful meal that captures the essence of the Mediterranean.

Pasta with Fish
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Greek
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Spaghetti - 150 grams
  • Fresh white fish fillets (such as cod or haddock) - 200 grams
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Feta cheese - 30 grams, crumbled (optional)

Steps

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the fish fillets to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through and flaky.
  5. Once the fish is cooked, add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
  6. Drain the cooked spaghetti and add it directly to the skillet with the fish and tomatoes.
  7. Drizzle the lemon juice over the pasta and gently toss everything together to combine.
  8. Remove from heat, stir in the chopped parsley, and top with crumbled feta cheese if desired.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and a drizzle of olive oil if preferred.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 55 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

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

Tags

GreekHealthyPasta Dish