Meals Matter

Fillets in Lemon with Quinoa

Contributed By: chelseamarie
Cooking for the Heart

Quinoa is a delish grain that has a high amount of protein. It is more filling than the usual grain, and can be found in most grocery stores. If it is unavailable, ask your grocer to order it.

Ingredients

2 cups Water

3/4 cup Dry quinoa (grain)

1 pound Firm orange roughy fillets

1 tsp. Melted margarine

1/4 cup Fresh flat-leaf parsley

1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Paprika

Pepper to taste

Preparation

1. Boil water, add quinoa and reduce heat to medium low. Takes about 20 minutes to cook.

2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees

3. In a dish, arrange fillets with thickest meaty areas to outside of pan.

4. In small bowl, melt margarine. Add parsley flakes and lemon juice. Pour over fillets and sprinkle with paprika.

5. Bake for 8 minutes, rotating pan after 5 minutes. Fish is done when flakes easily with fork.

6. Serve over 1/4 cup of Quinoa.

Cook's Notes

Nutrient analysis includes quinoa

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Ingredients: Fish
Rice, Pasta & Bread
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Nutrition Content: Low Sodium
Meal Type: Entree

Nutrient Information

Calories: 240
Total Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Protein: 32g
Sodium: 120mg
Fiber: 2g