Baked halibut with brussel sprouts and quinoa

Serves

6-Apr

Cook Time

20 min

Total Time

45 min

Main Course

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All kinds of color and flavor combined with high protein and fiber. Another great meal to serve to guests or as a simple weeknight meal. Like most fish, halibut is a very versatile fish. In this recipe baking it gives you time to prepare the rest of the recipe while it bakes (along side the brussel sprouts and fennel). Along with the quinoa this recipe is a very healthy addition to your family‚‘s healthy lifestyle.

Ingredients

1 pound Brussels sprouts trimmed and sliced
1 fennel bulb, trimmed and cut into strips (instructional video embedded)
1 tablespoon plus
1 teaspoon olive oil, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper, divided
4-4oz halibut fillet
6 cloves garlic, minced, divided
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 cups cooked quinoa (according to package)
1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1/4 cup Kalamata olives chopped and pitted
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
Lemon for garnish

Directions

Preheat to 400 degrees.
In a large bowl combine Brussels sprouts, fennel, 1/2 of the garlic, 1 Tbsp. oil, and 1/4 tsp of salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
Spread in a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil or silicone mat.
Bake stirring occasionally until tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
Place halibut on another baking sheet lined parchment paper or silicone mat and top with the rest of the garlic and the remaining 1/4 tsp salt and pepper.
Combine lemon juice and melted butter in a small bowl.
Drizzle half of the mixture over the fish.
Bake until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, 12 to 15 minutes.
Combine cooked quinoa, the remaining 1 tsp olive oil, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and parsley in a medium bowl.
To serve: Add a 1/2 cup of the quinoa then add a halibut fillet and top with the vegetables mixture.
Garnish with a lemon slice and parsley.

Nutritional data: Calories: Approximately 310 calories Fat: Approximately 15g Carbohydrates: Approximately 60g Fiber: Approximately 8g Protein: Approximately 11g Nutritional disclaimer: Nutritional information is provided as a reference using AI and an online calculator. We recommend verifying the information independently. It could vary based on cooking methods, amounts, and ingredients used.