Pan-Seared Mahi-Mahi with Oranges and Olives

Gluten Free
Health score
17%
Pan-Seared Mahi-Mahi with Oranges and Olives
45 min.
6
299kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our Pan-Seared Mahi-Mahi with Oranges and Olives, a delightful dish that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests. This gluten-free recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a healthy option for lunch or dinner, clocking in at just 299 calories per serving!

The star of this dish is the mahi-mahi fillet, renowned for its firm texture and mild flavor, which complements the bright citrus notes of fresh oranges and the briny richness of green olives. With a quick preparation time of only 45 minutes, you can whip up this elegant meal in your own kitchen, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

The cooking method? A combination of stovetop pan-searing and oven roasting ensures the fish remains moist and full of flavor while achieving a golden brown crust. Infused with fresh basil, chives, and a touch of saffron, every bite bursts with the essence of a sunlit afternoon by the seaside.

Serve it with the succulent orange segments and a luscious sauce that envelops the fish, and you have a dish that’s as delicious as it is visually stunning. Whether you’re dining al fresco or enjoying a cozy meal indoors, this Pan-Seared Mahi-Mahi promises to be a crowd-pleaser that brings a taste of summer into your home all year round.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter ()
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh thinly sliced
  • tablespoon chives fresh chopped
  • 0.8 cup olives green pitted halved
  • 36 ounce mahi-mahi fillets ()
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 0.8 cup orange juice fresh
  • teaspoons orange peel finely grated
  •  oranges peeled cut into segents
  • 0.5 teaspoon saffron threads crumbled
  • 0.3 cup shallots chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Place fish in shallow bowl or glass baking dish.
  3. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil, sprinkle with orange peel, and pour juice over; turn to coat.
  4. Melt butter with 1 tablespoon oil in large nonstick ovenproof skillet over high heat.
  5. Remove fish from marinade, reserving marinade; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook fish until light brown, about 3 minutes. Turn fish over; add shallot. Cook 1 minute. Stir saffron into reserved marinade; pour marinade over fish.
  6. Add olives and half of orange segments.
  7. Transfer skillet to oven; roast fish until cooked through, about 6 minutes.
  8. Transfer fish to platter; top with remaining orange segments. Spoon sauce with oranges and olives around fish.
  9. Sprinkle with basil and chives and serve.
  10. Nutrition Data
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Nutrition Facts

Calories299kcal
Protein43.98%
Fat37.26%
Carbs18.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
59.92
Glycemic Load
4.82
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
20.264347781306%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
21.55mg
Naringenin
10.7mg
Luteolin
0.23mg
Isorhamnetin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.15mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
0.4mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:299.09kcal
14.95%
Fat:12.39g
19.06%
Saturated Fat:3.73g
23.29%
Carbohydrates:14.04g
4.68%
Net Carbohydrates:11.32g
4.12%
Sugar:9.87g
10.97%
Cholesterol:134.2mg
44.73%
Sodium:445.02mg
19.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:32.91g
65.82%
Selenium:62.82µg
89.74%
Vitamin C:52.84mg
64.05%
Vitamin B3:10.77mg
53.87%
Vitamin B6:0.79mg
39.34%
Potassium:947.28mg
27.07%
Phosphorus:268.56mg
26.86%
Vitamin B12:1.03µg
17.14%
Magnesium:66.93mg
16.73%
Vitamin A:793.96IU
15.88%
Vitamin B5:1.55mg
15.53%
Iron:2.37mg
13.19%
Folate:44.21µg
11.05%
Fiber:2.72g
10.87%
Vitamin E:1.57mg
10.48%
Vitamin K:10.11µg
9.63%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.54%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.81%
Copper:0.15mg
7.56%
Calcium:73.83mg
7.38%
Zinc:0.92mg
6.15%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.21%
Source:Epicurious