Macadamia-crusted fish with lemon spinach

Discover a delicious and healthy recipe for macadamia-crusted fish with lemon spinach. This dish features tender white fish coated with crunchy macadamia nuts and fragrant dill, served alongside zesty lemon-infused spinach. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion!

  • 28 Mar 2024
  • Cook time 10 min
  • Prep time 7 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 8 Ingredients

Macadamia-crusted fish with lemon spinach

Discover a delightful and nutritious recipe that will elevate your dinner game: Macadamia-crusted fish with lemon spinach. This dish combines the rich, buttery flavor of macadamia nuts with fresh dill and zesty lemon, perfectly complementing tender white fish fillets. Paired with garlicky, lemon-infused spinach, it's a meal that's as healthy as it is delicious. Follow these simple steps to create an impressive and tasty dish that your whole family will love.

Ingredients:

1 lemon
110g
1/4 cup macadamia
36g
1 tbsp olive oil
14g
1 tbsp dill
16g
2 garlic cloves
6g
1.50 lb white fish
680g
1 tbsp butter
16g
1 cup spinach
30g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with a bit of olive oil.
2. Prepare the Lemon and Macadamia Mixture:
- Zest the lemon and set aside the zest. Slice the lemon in half and squeeze the juice into a small bowl.
- In a food processor or using a sharp knife, finely chop the macadamia nuts.
- In a small bowl, mix the chopped macadamia nuts, lemon zest, olive oil, chopped dill, and half of the minced garlic.
3. Crust the Fish:
- Place the fish fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
- Evenly spread the macadamia mixture over the top of each fish fillet, pressing gently to help it adhere.
4. Bake:
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the macadamia crust is golden brown. The fish should flake easily with a fork.
5. Prepare the Lemon Spinach:
- While the fish is baking, heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the remaining minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Add the spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, stirring occasionally. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Drizzle the lemon juice over the cooked spinach and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve:
- Divide the lemon spinach among plates.
- Place a portion of the macadamia-crusted fish on top of the spinach.
- Garnish with fresh dill sprigs if desired, and serve immediately.

Tips:

- Make sure to finely chop the macadamia nuts to ensure they adhere well to the fish and create a uniform crust.

- For extra flavor, marinate the fish with a little bit of lemon juice and dill for about 20 minutes before coating it with the macadamia mixture.

- Use fresh garlic and dill for the best possible flavor. If fresh dill is not available, you can use dried dill, but reduce the amount by half since it's more concentrated.

- When frying the fish, use medium heat to prevent the macadamia crust from burning before the fish is fully cooked.

- If you prefer baking, you can also bake the macadamia-crusted fish at 375°F (190°C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

- Serve this dish with a side of quinoa or brown rice to make it a complete meal.

Indulge in the extraordinary flavors of this macadamia-crusted fish paired with zesty lemon spinach. This recipe offers a perfect balance of textures and tastes, from the crunchy macadamia topping to the tender fish and vibrant spinach. Enjoy this delightful dish as a nutritious and satisfying weeknight dinner or serve it at your next gathering to impress your guests with your culinary skills.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size230 grams
Energy
Calories 330kcal13%
Protein
Protein 33g23%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 4.34g1%
Fiber 1.67g4%
Sugar 1.13g1%
Fat
Fat 24g28%
Saturated 4.86g16%
Cholesterol 110mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 110ug13%
Choline 120mg22%
Vitamin B1 0.32mg27%
Vitamin B2 0.23mg18%
Vitamin B3 5mg34%
Vitamin B6 0.60mg35%
Vitamin B9 40ug10%
Vitamin B12 1.70ug71%
Vitamin C 16mg19%
Vitamin E 0.59mg4%
Vitamin K 36ug31%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 63mg5%
Copper, Cu 0.20mg0%
Iron, Fe 1.15mg10%
Magnesium, Mg 80mg18%
Phosphorus, P 490mg39%
Potassium, K 680mg20%
Selenium, Se 22ug41%
Sodium, Na 130mg9%
Zinc, Zn 1.87mg17%
Water
Water 160g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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