Pan-Seared Tilapia with Fresh Fruit Salsa
A colorful trio of fresh fruits, coupled with the spiciness of jalapeño pepper, enlivens the flavor of mild tilapia.
Recipe information
Yield
serves 4, 3 ounces fish per serving
Ingredients
Fruit Salsa
Tilapia
Preparation
Step 1
In a medium bowl, gently toss together the salsa ingredients. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat, swirling to coat the bottom. Place the fish in a single layer in the skillet. Sprinkle with the chili powder. Cook for 2 minutes.Turn the fish over. Sprinkle with the salt and pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the fish is lightly browned and flakes easily when tested with a fork. Using a wide spatula, transfer to a platter.
Step 3
Drizzle the fish with the remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice. Spoon the fruit salsa down the center of the fish.
nutrition information
Step 4
(Per Serving)
Step 5
Calories: 142
Step 6
Total Fat: 3.5g
Step 7
Saturated: 1.0g
Step 8
Trans: 0.0g
Step 9
Polyunsaturated: 1.0g
Step 10
Monounsaturated: 1.5g
Step 11
Cholesterol: 57mg
Step 12
Sodium: 136mg
Step 13
Carbohydrates: 6g
Step 14
Fiber: 1g
Step 15
Sugars: 4g
Step 16
Protein: 23g
Step 17
Dietary Exchanges
Step 18
1/2 Fruit
Step 19
3 Very Lean Meat