Baked Halibut with Salsa Verde South Beach Diet Recipe
Baked Halibut with Salsa Verde South Beach Diet Recipe
Fish is often low in fat and high in protein - which is why it's
a South Beach Diet favorite recipe. And this baked halibut recipe has
that and much more in common with other delicious Italian recipes.
Olive oil, capers, garlic and anchovy paste give this Italian halibut
recipe a lovely, full-bodied and savory flavor. And the side salsa
recipe, actually salsa verde, or "green sauce" separates this baked
halibut from the ordinary. Baked fish, especially done in the style of
this scrumptious halibut steak recipe, goes a long way in satisfying
large appetites. Try this wonderful and delicious fish recipe you can
enjoy on The South Beach today.
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds halibut steak
1 teaspoon olive oil, preferably extra-virgin
Salt & freshly ground black pepper to taste
Salsa verde
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, preferably extra-virgin
2 tablespoons very finely chopped fresh parsley, preferably Italian flat-leaf
1 tablespoon minced shallots
1 1/2 teaspoons capers, rinsed and chopped
1 small clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon anchovy paste
Instructions
To bake halibut:
1. Preheat oven to 300°F.
2. Set halibut on a large sheet of aluminum foil, drizzle with
oil and season with salt and pepper. Bring together sides and ends of
foil and seal into a tent, leaving an air space on top. Transfer tent
to a large baking dish or baking sheet. Bake until the interior of the
fish is opaque, 15 to 20 minutes.
To make salsa verde:
1. Combine oil, parsley, shallots, capers, garlic, lemon juice and anchovy paste in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Divide baked halibut into 4 medallions. Spoon a little salsa verde on top of each portion and serve.
Nutritional Information:
200 calories
9 total fat (1 g sat)
41 mg cholesterol
1 g carbohydrate
27 g protein
0 g fiber
155 mg sodium
Phase 1 of the South Beach Diet
Phase 1, the shortest Phase, lasts for just two weeks and is designed to eliminate cravings for sugar and refined starches - and to jump-start your weight loss. The purpose of Phase 1 is to stabilize blood sugar (which minimizes cravings), making it ideal for people who are prediabetic or diabetic, as well as for those who need to lose a lot of weight.
The focus of this two-week period is on eating plenty of nutrient-dense, fiber-rich (and guaranteed delicious!) foods that satisfy your appetite. Your meals include lean protein, such as fish and other seafood; skinless white-meat poultry, and lean cuts of beef (vegetarians can enjoy meat substitutes, tofu, and beans); high-fiber veggies; reduced-fat cheeses; eggs; low-fat dairy; and healthy, unsaturated fats, such as those found in avocados, nuts and seeds, and extra-virgin olive and canola oils.
During Phase 1, you'll fill up on dishes like Chicken Breasts Stuffed With Spinach and Goat Cheese, Seared Pecan Salmon With Lentils, Garlic and Soy Grilled Pork Chops, and more.
The South Beach Diet encourages snacking, so you'll also get to choose two tasty snacks each day, like Spicy Nut Mix, reduced-fat cheese, and veggies with our zesty Peanut Dip. Plus, you'll dine on delicious desserts (every day!), including Chilled Espresso Custard, Heavenly Lemon Mousse, and our famed Ricotta Crème. With all the options - from gourmet meals to on-the-go snacks to quick weeknight dinners - you won't feel hungry or deprived!
Phase 2 of the South Beach Diet
Phase 2 is the long-term weight-loss Phase of the plan. It's also the perfect place to start for those people who have 10 pounds or less to lose, who don't have problems with cravings, who don't have excess belly fat, or who simply want to improve their health.
In Phase 2, you'll eat everything in Phase 1 plus good carbs, such as whole-grain bread, brown rice, whole-wheat pasta, fruits, and even more veggies, like sweet potatoes, pumpkin, and peas. Of course, you'll continue to enjoy snacks and dessert too, including dark chocolate!
In fact, you'll eat delicious meals, like Coconut Chicken, Shrimp Scampi, Pesto Pasta Salad, and Pork and Black Bean Quesadillas. Side dishes include Nutty Brown Rice and Baked Sweet Potato Fries. And don't forget snacks: Smoked Salmon Canapés With Horseradish Cream, Peppery Cheese Popcorn, and black bean dip with baked whole-grain tortilla chips are a few of the many snacks you'll choose from.
Then, cap off your dinner with a decadent dessert, like Green Tea Truffles, Chocolate Berry Cups, or Dark Chocolate Bark With Walnuts. Best of all, you'll eat all these delicious foods and still lose weight and get healthier.
Phase 3 of the South Beach Diet
By now, you've adopted the South Beach Diet lifestyle, making smart food choices that fit the way you live. That's what Phase 3 is all about, and it begins once you reach your healthy weight. In Phase 3, you'll continue to follow the principles you learned in Phases 1 and 2, but because it's the lifelong stage of the plan, it includes almost every kind of food and it allows for additional occasional indulgences. It is the key to maintaining a healthy weight for life.
