Simple Snapper Creole

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This simple fish dish, using a mild-tasting snapper, is prepared with onions, garlic and celery to create a delicious Creole-inspired dinner that can be served over quick brown rice for an easy meal.

Ingredients

• 1 T trans-fat-free spread
• 1 T olive oil
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 4 red snapper fillets (4 oz. to 5 oz. each)
• 2 T chopped fresh parsley

Directions

In a nonstick skillet, melt spread and olive oil and stir in garlic, cayenne and paprika. Add onion and celery and sauté until soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Add fish fillets and cook until fish flakes, about 5 to 7 minutes. Place fish on a platter and pour pan juices over fish. Top with parsley.

Yield

Yield: 4 servings

Nutritional Information

Amount per serving:
Calories: 194
Total Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Cholesterol: 77mg
Sodium: 160mg
Total Carbohydrates: 3g
Dietary Fiber: 0.9g
Protein: 28g