Low Calorie Mint Cabbage Salad
This recipe makes a light and delicious meal that is low in calories and high in low-fat protein. The seasoning on the fish creates a rich flavor that is complemented with a minty tang from the cabbage salad that will have you coming back to this meal again and again.
Servings 2
Calories 221kcal
Ingredients
For the Catfish
- 1/2 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/2 bunch of fresh cilantro, washed and stems trimmed
- 2 catfish fillets
- Curry powder
- Salt
- Sweet paprika
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
For the Salad
- 1/2 head green, organic cabbage, shredded
- 1/8 cup crushed, dry mint leaves
- 1/8 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1/2 teaspoon olive oil
- Dash of salt
Instructions
For the Catfish
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a baking pan (preferably a glass pan), drizzle the olive oil and scatter the cilantro over the bottom of the pan.
- Munificently season both sides of each fillet with curry, salt and sweet paprika.
- Place the fillets evenly across the bottom of the pan, on top of the cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, combine the lemon juice and finely minced garlic. Pour over the tops of the fillets.
- Cover the pan with foil. Bake for 15-25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
For the Salad
- Wash the shredded cabbage and place in a small bowl. Dazzle the mint and make sure to mix well.
- In another small bowl combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over the cabbage and mix well.
- Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 221 calories, 8g fat, 102mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate, 7g fiber, and 26g protein
Nutrition
Calories: 221kcal
