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Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa recipe is a Mexican Dinner meal that takes 30 minutes to make. If you enjoy Mexican for Dinner, you will like Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa!

Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa

Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa Recipe
Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa

A spicier version of a popular halibut recipe, served on bed of quinoa. This is a high protein dish made for a family member recovering from major surgery. Fat content may be reduced by leaving out the cheese. Using homemade salsa may reduce the sodium. Skipping the quinoa, or using rice instead of quinoa will change the nutritional values.

What Course Is Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa?

Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa is for Dinner.


How Long Does Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa Recipe Take To Prepare?

Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa takes 20 minutes to prepare.


How Long Does Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa Recipe Take To Cook?

Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa takes 30 minutes to cook.


How Many Servings Does Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa Recipe Make?

Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa makes 4 servings.


What Are The Ingredients For Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa Recipe?

The ingredients for Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa are:

1 cup cooked quinoa
1 lb. halibut fillet or steak
1 tbsp. butter
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp red pepper
1/2 cup reduced fat mayonnaise dressing
1/2 cup Salsa (Pace Chunky Medium used for recipe)
1/2 cup nonfat sour cream
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup shredded taco cheese


How Do I Make Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa?

Here is how you make Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.Cook quinoa according to package directions, or use leftover quinoa. (For a fluffier quinoa, cook at a bare simmer for 10-15 minutes longer than usually listed in cooking directions. Watch closely so that quinoa does not burn or stick to pot.)Melt butter in a shallow casserole dish (I melt it in microwave) and spread out a little.Place halibut on melted butter in dish. Season to taste with black pepper and red pepper.In a bowl, mix mayonnaise dressing, salsa, sour cream and cumin.Stir 1/4 cup of cilantro into mayonnaise mixture.Spread mayonnaise mixture on top of halibut.Bake for 25 - 30 minutes, checking for doneness when halibut flakes with a fork.Top with cheese and bake another 2-3 minutes.Serve on bed of cooked quinoa, garnished with remaining cilantro.Serving Size:?Makes four 4 oz. servingsNumber of Servings: 4Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user SERJEANT.


What's The Nutritional Info For Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa?

The nutritional information for Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa is:

  • Servings Per Recipe: 4
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 291.9
  • Total Fat: 10.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 60.3 mg
  • Sodium: 704.8 mg
  • Total Carbs: 13.7 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0.4 g
  • Protein: 33.4 g

What Type Of Cuisine Is Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa?

Spicy Mexican Halibut Bake on Quinoa is Mexican cuisine.


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