Paleo Fish in Red Sauce

Embrace the bold, wholesome flavors of this Paleo Fish in Red Sauce, a nutrient-packed dish that's as healthy as it is delicious. Tender white fish fillets, such as cod or halibut, are gently poached in a robust tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, onions, and vibrant red bell pepper. Enhanced with fragrant oregano, basil, and a touch of fresh parsley, this paleo-friendly recipe strikes the perfect balance of herbaceous and savory notes. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights, yet elegant enough for weekend entertaining. Serve it with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a zesty finish and let this hearty, gluten-free, and dairy-free dish become your new favorite way to enjoy a warming, comforting seafood dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces white fish fillets (such as cod or halibut)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 piece medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 piece red bell pepper, chopped
• 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup fish stock or water
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 piece lemon, sliced into wedges

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped red bell pepper and continue to cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add the tomato paste. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the fish stock or water, along with the chopped parsley, dried oregano, dried basil, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

Step 7

Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Gently place the fish fillets into the sauce, spooning some sauce over the top of the fish.

Step 9

Cover the skillet and let the fish cook in the sauce for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and opaque.

Step 10

Remove from heat and serve the fish with the red sauce generously ladled over it.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh lemon wedges and additional chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1463.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	978.7

Total Fat 37.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 210.0mg	0%
Sodium 3529.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 33.2g
Protein 107.2g	0%

Vitamin D 800IU	0%
Calcium 431.4mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 4041.6mg	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: 33.4%

Protein: 42.7%

Carbs: 23.8%