Balık Piyazı

Balık Piyazı is a refreshing Turkish seafood dish featuring tender fish paired with a vibrant bean salad, making it a perfect protein-packed meal. This dish is not only delicious but also rich in nutrients, offering a taste of the Mediterranean with every bite.

Ingredients

• Grilled white fish (such as sea bass or bream) - 200 grams
• Canned white beans - 200 grams, rinsed and drained
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium heat.
2. Season the fish with salt and pepper, and grill for about 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through and flaky.
3. While the fish is grilling, prepare the salad by combining the rinsed white beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley in a mixing bowl.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create a dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the bean salad and toss gently to combine.
6. Once the fish is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
7. Serve the grilled fish topped with the bean salad mixture.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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