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Fish Piccata

Fish Piccata

March 28, 20252 min read

Hello Healthy Meal Preppers!

Light, zesty, and full of flavor, Fish Piccata is a simple yet elegant dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Tender, pan-seared fish fillets are coated in a tangy lemon butter sauce with briny capers and fresh herbs, creating a bright and balanced flavor in every bite. Served with pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables, it’s a meal that feels indulgent yet comes together with ease.

What makes this dish special is its simplicity—using just a handful of ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality meal in under 30 minutes. Whether you're cooking for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this Fish Piccata is sure to impress. Let’s get cooking.


Fish Piccata Recipe:

Per serving: 415 Calories 9.4g Carbs (1.0g Fiber) 31.1g Fat 25.0g Protein

5 minutes to prep , 15 minutes to cook


Ingredients

Scaled to 1 serving

  • 4 oz Trout (113 g)

  • 1/4 dash Salt (0.1 g)

  • 1/4 dash Pepper (0 g)

  • 1/4 tsp, leaves Oregano (0.2 g)

  • 1/4 tsp Paprika (0.5 g)

  • 3/16 tsp Garlic powder (0.6 g)

  • 1 tbsp Wheat flour (7.8 g)

  • 1 5/16 tbsp Avocado oil (18 g)

  • 3/4 tbsp Butter (11 g)

  • 1/2 lemon yields Lemon juice (24 g)

  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Broth (30 g)

  • 1 tbsp, drained Capers (9 g)

  • 0 tbsp Parsley (3.8 g)

Directions

Directions are for original recipe of 4 serving

  1. Season both sides of the fish with salt and pepper. Mix oregano, paprika, and garlic powder, then season the flesh side of the fish.

  2. Coat the fish on both sides with flour, shaking off the excess.

  3. Heat avocado oil and about two-thirds of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the fish for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until firm and flaky. Drain on paper towels.

  4. Add the remaining butter to the same pan. Lower the heat, add lemon juice, vegetable broth, and capers. Cook briefly over medium heat.

  5. Return the fish to the pan and spoon the sauce over it. Warm through briefly.

  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

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