Mexicana Halibut
Elevate your dinner table with the vibrant flavors of Mexicana Halibut, a simple yet impressive dish that blends fresh, zesty ingredients with perfectly cooked fish. This recipe features tender halibut fillets marinated in a bold mix of lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, and paprika, then baked to flaky perfection. Topped with a refreshing homemade salsa of diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro, and garnished with creamy avocado slices, each bite offers a harmonious balance of spice and freshness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this healthy and gluten-free meal is perfect for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining. Whether served alongside rice, a crisp salad, or tortilla chips, the Mexicana Halibut is a flavorful showstopper that brings a taste of coastal Mexico to your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6-8 oz each) halibut fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 medium (diced) tomatoes
- 1 small (diced) red onion
- 1 small (seeded and minced) jalapeño
- 0.25 cup (chopped) fresh cilantro
- 1 large (sliced) avocado
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
Pat the halibut fillets dry with a paper towel and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the marinade evenly over both sides of each fillet using a pastry brush, ensuring the fish is fully coated.
In a separate mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, minced jalapeño, and chopped cilantro to create a fresh salsa. Set aside.
Bake the halibut in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque in the center and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the halibut from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes.
Serve the baked halibut fillets topped with the fresh salsa and slices of avocado. Optionally, garnish with additional cilantro or a drizzle of lime juice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2204 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.1 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 476 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 3040 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 294.4 g | 589% | |
| Vitamin D | 119.1 mcg | 595% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 6933 mg | 148% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
