Pescetarian

Steamed Cod with Minted Crushed Peas

15 min 1 serving 280 kcal · 29.5 g proteinLevel: Intermediate

The nutritionist's note

280 kcal for 29.5 g of protein and only 8.5 g of fat: the most protein-dense low-calorie meal in the catalogue. Peas bring 6 g of fibre that extends satiety, and cod supplies B12 and iodine.

Ingredients

1 serving

  • cod fillet130 g
  • green peas120 g
  • shallot20 g
  • olive oil7 g
  • fresh mint5 g
  • lemon juice5 ml

Method

  1. 1

    Season the cod fillet (130 g) with salt, pepper and lemon zest, then steam for 8 minutes.

  2. 2

    Sweat the chopped shallot (20 g) for 3 minutes with 4 g of olive oil.

  3. 3

    Add the peas (120 g) and 50 ml of water, then cook covered for 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Roughly crush with a fork together with the chopped mint (5 g), the remaining oil (3 g) and the lemon juice (5 ml).

  5. 5

    Set the cod on the crushed peas and serve immediately.

Nutrition facts

per serving

Energy280 kcal
Protein29.5 g
Carbohydrates17.5 g
Fat8.5 g
Fibre6.2 g
Iron1.9 mg
Vitamin B121.1 µg

Potential allergens

  • fish

Always check the labels of your products.

Frequently asked questions

How much protein is in "Steamed Cod with Minted Crushed Peas"?

29.5 g of protein per serving, for 280 kcal, 17.5 g of carbohydrates and 8.5 g of fat.

Is this recipe vegan?

No, it is pescetarian: no meat, but it contains fish or seafood.

What are the allergens?

Potential allergens: fish. Always check the labels of your products.

How long does it take?

15 minutes for one serving, intermediate level.

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