Sgombro con Salsa Verde

Sgombro con Salsa Verde is a delightful Italian dish featuring mackerel fillets paired with a vibrant green sauce made from fresh herbs and capers. This low-carb meal is not only flavorful but also packed with nutrition, making it perfect for a light lunch.

Ingredients

• Mackerel fillets - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Parsley - 30 grams, finely chopped
• Basil - 15 grams, finely chopped
• Capers - 1 tablespoon, rinsed and chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Place the mackerel fillets on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, skin side down.
3. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the fillets, then sprinkle with minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
4. Bake the mackerel in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
5. While the fish is baking, prepare the Salsa Verde by combining the chopped parsley, basil, capers, and a tablespoon of olive oil in a bowl.
6. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Once the mackerel is done, serve it hot with a generous spoonful of Salsa Verde on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 2 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids which support heart health.
• High in protein and low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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