Grilled Mexican Fish Foil Pack

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
56%
Grilled Mexican Fish Foil Pack
30 min.
6
112kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner with a burst of vibrant flavors? Our Grilled Mexican Fish Foil Pack is the perfect dish for those who crave a healthy, delicious meal without the fuss. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe features tender halibut fillets, which are not only low in calories but also packed with protein, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious eaters.

Imagine the aroma of fresh ingredients mingling together as they grill to perfection. The combination of pimiento-stuffed olives, capers, and juicy tomatoes creates a zesty topping that complements the mild flavor of the fish beautifully. With just a hint of garlic and a splash of lemon juice, this dish is a celebration of simple yet bold Mexican-inspired flavors.

What’s more, the foil pack method ensures that the fish remains moist and flaky, while also making cleanup a breeze. In just 30 minutes, you can serve a delightful meal that impresses family and friends alike. Whether you’re enjoying a sunny day outdoors or looking for a quick weeknight dinner, this Grilled Mexican Fish Foil Pack is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. So fire up the grill and get ready to savor a dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds pacific halibut filets 
  • 0.3 cup pimientos sliced
  • teaspoons capers 
  • 0.8 cup tomatoes seeded coarsely chopped
  • tablespoons spring onion thinly sliced
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • serving lemon wedges 

Equipment

  • grill
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. If fish fillets are large, cut into 6 serving pieces.
  2. Place fish in heavy-duty aluminum foil bag.
  3. Mix olives, capers, tomato, onions and garlic; spoon over fish.
  4. Drizzle with lemon juice.
  5. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Double-fold open end of bag.
  6. Cover and grill bag 5 to 6 inches from medium heat about 15 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork.
  7. Place bag on serving plate.
  8. Cut large X across top of packet; fold back foil.
  9. Serve fish with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories112kcal
Protein79.22%
Fat13.3%
Carbs7.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.08
Glycemic Load
0.43
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
14.130869735842%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.28mg
Hesperetin
0.77mg
Naringenin
0.2mg
Kaempferol
0.93mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
1.61mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:111.9kcal
5.59%
Fat:1.6g
2.47%
Saturated Fat:0.35g
2.16%
Carbohydrates:2.03g
0.68%
Net Carbohydrates:1.48g
0.54%
Sugar:0.96g
1.07%
Cholesterol:55.57mg
18.52%
Sodium:195.38mg
8.49%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.49g
42.98%
Selenium:51.83µg
74.04%
Vitamin B3:7.58mg
37.91%
Vitamin D:5.33µg
35.53%
Vitamin B6:0.67mg
33.4%
Phosphorus:276.2mg
27.62%
Vitamin B12:1.25µg
20.79%
Vitamin C:13.64mg
16.54%
Potassium:569.37mg
16.27%
Vitamin A:474.96IU
9.5%
Vitamin K:8.74µg
8.32%
Magnesium:30.02mg
7.51%
Vitamin E:0.89mg
5.94%
Folate:20.08µg
5.02%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.62%
Vitamin B5:0.42mg
4.19%
Zinc:0.48mg
3.21%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.05%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.83%
Iron:0.47mg
2.61%
Copper:0.05mg
2.49%
Fiber:0.55g
2.19%
Calcium:14.28mg
1.43%