Mahi-Mahi with Blood Orange, Avocado, and Red Onion Salsa

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
53%
Mahi-Mahi with Blood Orange, Avocado, and Red Onion Salsa
30 min.
2
292kcal

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Indulge your senses in a delightful culinary journey with our Mahi-Mahi with Blood Orange, Avocado, and Red Onion Salsa. This beautifully balanced dish marries the rich flavors of fresh mahi-mahi fillets with the zesty brightness of blood oranges, creating an explosion of taste that is both refreshing and satisfying. Perfect for a light yet nutritious lunch or a vibrant dinner option, this recipe is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also incredibly easy to prepare in just 30 minutes.

Imagine sinking your fork into perfectly sautéed fish that’s been seasoned to perfection, each bite flanked by a vibrant salsa that brings together creamy avocado, tangy lime, and a hint of spice from minced jalapeño. The combination of textures—from the tender, flaky fish to the creamy avocado and crunchy red onion—ensures that every mouthful is a celebration of flavor.

This dish is not just a feast for the taste buds; it also packs a healthy punch with a caloric total of only 292 kcal per serving, making it a smart choice for those of you looking to maintain a balanced diet without sacrificing flavor. Join us in creating a meal that is not only wholesome but also visually stunning with its colorful presentation. Dive into this recipe and treat yourself to a delightful dining experience that brings the taste of the tropics to your table. Bon appétit!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup cubes avocado 
  • teaspoons juice of lime fresh
  • 12 ounce mahi-mahi 
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  •  blood oranges 
  • teaspoons jalapeno red minced
  • 0.3 cup onion red chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • knife

Directions

  1. Using small sharp knife, cut peel and white pith from orange. Working over small bowl, cut between membranes to release segments.
  2. Add avocado, onion, jalapeño, and lime juice to oranges in bowl; stir gently to blend. Season salsa to taste with salt.
  3. Heat oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sprinkle fish with salt and pepper.
  5. Add fish to skillet and sauté until brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.
  6. Place 1 fillet on each of 2 plates. Spoon salsa atop fish and serve.
  7. Although they look like regular navel oranges, Cara Cara oranges are tinged pink on the inside and taste a little sweeter. You'll find them at some supermarkets and farmers' markets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories292kcal
Protein44.97%
Fat42.6%
Carbs12.43%

Properties

Glycemic Index
77.25
Glycemic Load
1.4
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
20.245217281839%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.2mg
Epicatechin
0.22mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.09mg
Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
2.22mg
Naringenin
1.01mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
5.47mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:291.52kcal
14.58%
Fat:13.94g
21.45%
Saturated Fat:2.15g
13.41%
Carbohydrates:9.16g
3.05%
Net Carbohydrates:4.49g
1.63%
Sugar:2.47g
2.75%
Cholesterol:124.17mg
41.39%
Sodium:155.52mg
6.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.12g
66.24%
Selenium:62.52µg
89.31%
Vitamin B3:11.52mg
57.61%
Vitamin B6:0.9mg
44.76%
Potassium:1066.93mg
30.48%
Phosphorus:285.46mg
28.55%
Vitamin C:19.93mg
24.16%
Vitamin B5:2.16mg
21.62%
Fiber:4.67g
18.66%
Magnesium:73.03mg
18.26%
Vitamin B12:1.02µg
17.01%
Folate:65.06µg
16.27%
Vitamin K:15.66µg
14.91%
Iron:2.39mg
13.26%
Vitamin E:1.86mg
12.42%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.4%
Copper:0.2mg
10.16%
Vitamin A:457.11IU
9.14%
Zinc:1.23mg
8.18%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.78%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.42%
Calcium:42.78mg
4.28%
Source:Epicurious