Low Carb Braised Fish with Tomatoes and Herbs

Delight your taste buds with this *Low Carb Braised Fish with Tomatoes and Herbs*, a vibrant and wholesome dish that's as easy on your waistline as it is on your palate. Perfectly seared white fish fillets are nestled into a luscious tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, fresh basil, parsley, and a pop of tangy capers. This recipe is a low-carb wonder, packed with protein and bold Mediterranean flavors, making it ideal for healthy weeknight meals or elegant entertaining. With just 15 minutes of prep and a single skillet for cooking, it’s a breeze to bring restaurant-quality flavor to your table. Serve this gluten-free, keto-friendly dish fresh with a squeeze of lemon and extra herbs for a nutrient-rich meal that’s bound to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 fillets white fish fillets (such as cod or halibut), skin removed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons capers, drained
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Season the fish fillets with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Once the oil is hot, add the fish fillets to the pan and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly golden. Remove the fish from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sliced red onion. Sauté for about 3 minutes until the onions are soft and translucent.

Step 5

Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.

Step 6

Pour the chicken or vegetable stock and lemon juice into the skillet and bring to a simmer.

Step 7

Return the fish fillets to the skillet, nestling them into the tomato mixture.

Step 8

Sprinkle the chopped basil leaves, parsley, and capers over the top.

Step 9

Add red pepper flakes if using, and simmer the dish gently for about 10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 10

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary before serving.

Step 11

Serve the braised fish hot, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1463.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	922.2

Total Fat 34.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 258mg	0%
Sodium 4023.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 14.8g
Protein 118.1g	0%

Vitamin D 1200IU	0%
Calcium 364.2mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 3492.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.3%

Protein: 51.2%

Carbs: 15.5%