Grilled Mexican Fish Foil Pack

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
45%
Grilled Mexican Fish Foil Pack
30 min.
6
118kcal

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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 seeking a healthy, gluten-free, and dairy-free meal that can be prepared in just 30 minutes! This delightful recipe features tender halibut fillets, which are not only low in calories but also packed with protein, making it an excellent choice for a nutritious meal.

Imagine the aroma of fresh garlic mingling with the zesty notes of lemon juice, complemented by the briny goodness of capers and pimiento-stuffed olives. Each bite is a celebration of flavors that transport you straight to the sunny shores of Mexico. The colorful medley of tomatoes and green onions adds a refreshing crunch, making this dish as visually appealing as it is delicious.

Cooking in foil not only locks in moisture, ensuring your fish remains flaky and tender, but it also makes cleanup a breeze! Perfect for a family gathering or a cozy dinner for two, this recipe serves six, allowing you to share the joy of good food with loved ones. So fire up the grill, gather your ingredients, and get ready to impress with this easy yet impressive Grilled Mexican Fish Foil Pack!

Ingredients

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

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

Calories118kcal
Protein74.59%
Fat19.06%
Carbs6.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.58
Glycemic Load
0.3
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
13.447826048602%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.46mg
Hesperetin
1mg
Naringenin
0.2mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.93mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.62mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:118.05kcal
5.9%
Fat:2.44g
3.75%
Saturated Fat:0.46g
2.85%
Carbohydrates:1.82g
0.61%
Net Carbohydrates:1.25g
0.45%
Sugar:0.75g
0.83%
Cholesterol:55.57mg
18.52%
Sodium:281.79mg
12.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.45g
42.9%
Selenium:51.87µg
74.1%
Vitamin B3:7.54mg
37.68%
Vitamin D:5.33µg
35.53%
Vitamin B6:0.65mg
32.47%
Phosphorus:274.88mg
27.49%
Vitamin B12:1.25µg
20.79%
Potassium:557.44mg
15.93%
Vitamin K:8µg
7.62%
Magnesium:30.15mg
7.54%
Vitamin C:5.77mg
6.99%
Vitamin E:1.04mg
6.93%
Vitamin A:284.85IU
5.7%
Folate:19.78µg
4.94%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.61%
Vitamin B5:0.42mg
4.21%
Zinc:0.47mg
3.1%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.69%
Copper:0.05mg
2.6%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.52%
Fiber:0.57g
2.29%
Iron:0.34mg
1.88%
Calcium:16.86mg
1.69%