Mackerel with Herb Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Mackerel with Herb Salad
45 min.
4
540kcal

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our Mackerel with Herb Salad, a dish that perfectly balances flavor and health. This recipe is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but it also boasts a remarkable health score of 100, making it an excellent choice for those seeking nutritious meal options. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up this vibrant dish for lunch or dinner, serving up to four people.

The star of this recipe is the mackerel, a fish renowned for its rich flavor and high omega-3 fatty acid content, which is essential for heart health. Grilled to perfection, the mackerel fillets are complemented by a refreshing herb salad made from fresh flat-leaf parsley and tarragon, along with sweet orange sections and thinly sliced Vidalia onions. This combination not only enhances the dish's taste but also adds a burst of color and nutrition.

To elevate the experience, a delightful walnut dressing brings a nutty richness that ties all the elements together. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, making it a satisfying main course that you can feel good about serving to family and friends. Whether you're looking for a healthy weeknight dinner or a special meal to impress your guests, Mackerel with Herb Salad is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

  • tablespoon balsamic vinegar 
  • cups parsley fresh
  • 0.8 cup tarragon fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic grated
  • 24 ounce mackerel 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • teaspoon orange zest grated
  • cup orange sections ( 2 medium)
  • 3.5 teaspoons salt divided
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • cup onion sweet thinly sliced
  • 0.7 cup walnuts toasted coarsely chopped
  • cup water cold

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • grill

Directions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Combine 1 cup water, 1 tablespoon salt, and sugar in a shallow dish.
  3. Add fillets; let stand 15 minutes.
  4. Remove fillets; pat dry. Discard brine.
  5. Place fillets, skin side down, on a grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill 10 minutes or until desired degree of doneness. (Do not turn fillets.) Keep warm.
  6. Combine parsley leaves, onion slices, orange rind, orange sections, and tarragon in a bowl.
  7. Sprinkle herb mixture with 1/4 teaspoon salt; toss.
  8. Combine walnuts and remaining ingredients, stirring with a whisk until blended. Stir in remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  9. Place 1 fillet on each of 4 plates; top each serving with 1 cup herb mixture.
  10. Drizzle 2 tablespoons walnut mixture over each serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories540kcal
Protein29.8%
Fat55.91%
Carbs14.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
78.65
Glycemic Load
6.3
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
49.232174334319%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.53mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Hesperetin
12.26mg
Naringenin
6.89mg
Apigenin
64.64mg
Luteolin
0.42mg
Kaempferol
0.96mg
Myricetin
4.98mg
Quercetin
6.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:539.54kcal
26.98%
Fat:34.16g
52.55%
Saturated Fat:6.21g
38.81%
Carbohydrates:19.63g
6.54%
Net Carbohydrates:15.12g
5.5%
Sugar:8.58g
9.53%
Cholesterol:79.95mg
26.65%
Sodium:2211.5mg
96.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:40.96g
81.93%
Vitamin K:497.04µg
473.37%
Vitamin B12:7.48µg
124.74%
Vitamin D:15.48µg
103.19%
Selenium:63.99µg
91.41%
Vitamin C:74.99mg
90.9%
Vitamin B3:15.81mg
79.03%
Manganese:1.56mg
77.98%
Vitamin A:3141.97IU
62.84%
Vitamin B2:0.93mg
54.7%
Vitamin B6:1.01mg
50.4%
Iron:7.73mg
42.97%
Potassium:1368.18mg
39.09%
Phosphorus:345.96mg
34.6%
Magnesium:136.05mg
34.01%
Copper:0.63mg
31.7%
Folate:117.17µg
29.29%
Vitamin B1:0.36mg
24.13%
Calcium:240.23mg
24.02%
Vitamin E:3.16mg
21.07%
Fiber:4.51g
18.02%
Zinc:2.54mg
16.93%
Vitamin B5:0.93mg
9.25%
Source:My Recipes