Zucchini Halibut (Printable Version)
Pan-seared halibut sitting on lemon-laced zucchini noodles with fresh herbs and garlic—just right for a speedy, healthy dinner.
# Ingredients:
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8–10 ounces halibut (swap with shrimp, salmon, scallops, cod, tofu, or sea bass if you want)
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1 garlic clove, smashed up
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1–2 tablespoons olive oil
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Salt and pepper, sprinkle as you like
→ Noodles
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 large shallot, thinly sliced
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3 garlic cloves, chopped rough
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12–16 ounces of zoodles (zucchini noodles)
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Salt and pepper, however you like
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2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
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1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley (or opt for 1/4 cup basil instead)
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1 tablespoon of lemon juice (taste and add more if you want)
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Sweet cherry tomatoes, halved (to throw on top)
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Chili flakes to finish (totally optional)
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Pecorino cheese shavings for topping (optional)
# Steps:
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Finish up by putting the halibut on top of your zucchini noodles. Throw on cherry tomatoes, add some chili flakes, and sprinkle with pecorino if you’re feeling fancy.
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Drop in the lemon zest, chopped parsley, and a splash of lemon juice over the zoodles. Give everything a taste. Need more lemon or salt? Toss it in. Spoon the noodles into two separate bowls.
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Get your big skillet over medium heat with a glug of olive oil. Toss in the shallot slices and chopped garlic, let them cook and smell great for about 3 minutes. Add the zoodles, then salt and pepper. Stir around till they’re softened, about 4 minutes.
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Pat the halibut dry, sprinkle each side with salt and pepper. Sear both sides in the skillet till golden, then move the whole thing into the oven. Let it cook for 3–6 minutes, depending how thick the fish is and how you like it.
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Heat up olive oil in a medium skillet set on medium heat. Toss in the smashed garlic and swirl it around so the oil gets garlicky.
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Fire up the oven to 375°F, or just use your toaster oven if that’s easier.
# Notes:
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You can easily cut everything in half if you’re just cooking for yourself.