Coconut Lime Fish with Avocado Salsa

(Diabetic-Friendly, High Protein, Low Carb)

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

For the Fish:

4 white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, snapper)

Salt & pepper, to taste

Zest of 1 lime

Juice of 2 limes

½ cup coconut milk (full fat, unsweetened)

2 tbsp olive oil

2 garlic cloves, minced

¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

For the Avocado Salsa:

1 large avocado, diced

½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered

¼ cup red onion, finely diced

Juice of 1 lime

Salt & pepper, to taste

Fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions:

Marinate fish with lime zest, lime juice, coconut milk, olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt & pepper. Chill 15–20 min.

Mix avocado, tomatoes, onion, lime juice, cilantro, salt & pepper in a bowl; toss gently.

Heat skillet medium; cook fish 3–4 min each side until opaque and flaky.

Serve fish topped with avocado salsa; garnish with cilantro & lime wedges.

Nutrition (per serving approx):

Calories ~350 | Protein 38g | Fat 22g | Net Carbs 6g | Fiber 4g

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