Halibut with Vegetable Confetti ππ₯
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Description:
Indulge in the delightful combination of flaky halibut and vibrant vegetable confetti with this quick and healthy recipe. Lightly seasoned halibut fillets are pan-seared to golden perfection, then served with a medley of diced leeks, asparagus, zucchini, carrots, and celery in a savory white wine butter sauce. This dish is not only delicious but also packed with protein and low in carbs, making it a perfect choice for a satisfying yet nutritious meal in less than 30 minutes!
Ingredients:
- 2 halibut fillets
- Olive oil
- 1 leek, diced
- 1/4 cup diced asparagus
- 1/4 cup diced zucchini
- 1/4 cup diced carrots
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 tablespoons dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Chopped chives, for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Lightly season the halibut fillets with salt and pepper.
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Cooking the Halibut:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the halibut fillets to the skillet and sautΓ© until golden on both sides and the fish is opaque in the center, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Remove the cooked fillets from the pan and set them aside on heated serving plates.
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Making the Vegetable Confetti:
- In the same skillet, add the diced leek, asparagus, zucchini, carrots, and celery.
- SautΓ© the vegetables on high heat for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
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Creating the Sauce:
- Pour in the dry white wine and add the butter to the vegetable mixture in the skillet.
- Continue sautΓ©ing the vegetables while moving the pan back and forth to prevent scorching.
- Cook until the vegetables are tender and a sauce has formed, about 1 to 2 minutes.
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Assembling the Dish:
- Spoon the vegetable confetti and sauce around the halibut fillets on each plate.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped chives for an extra burst of flavor and visual appeal.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 514.4
- Fat: 15.8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Cholesterol: 200.9mg
- Sodium: 310.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1.3g
- Sugar: 2.5g
- Protein: 72.8g
Recipe Notes:
- To enhance the flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice over the halibut fillets before serving.
- Feel free to customize the vegetable confetti with your favorite seasonal vegetables or whatever you have on hand.
- Serve this dish with a side of steamed rice, quinoa, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Make sure not to overcook the halibut fillets to maintain their tender texture.
With its delightful flavors and vibrant colors, this Halibut with Vegetable Confetti recipe is sure to become a favorite for quick and healthy weeknight dinners or special occasions. Enjoy this restaurant-worthy dish in the comfort of your own home!
