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Shin Nishimura

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5 Healthy Fish Recipes for Weight Loss – High Protein & Low-Calorie Meals

Fish is an excellent choice for a weight-loss diet. It’s high in protein, low in calories, and packed with healthy fats like omega-3s. Here are five delicious and easy fish-based recipes to help you stay on track with your fitness goals!


1. Lemon Garlic Salmon

Calories: ~250 kcal per serving

🟢 Ingredients (Serves 2)

  • 2 salmon fillets
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • ½ lemon (juice + slices)
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Parsley (optional)

🟢 Instructions

  1. Season salmon with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté garlic.
  3. Cook the salmon, starting with the skin side down, until golden brown.
  4. Remove from heat, squeeze lemon juice on top, and serve with lemon slices.

✅ Tip: Salmon is rich in healthy fats that support metabolism!


2. Miso Yogurt Baked Mackerel

Calories: ~300 kcal per serving

🟢 Ingredients (Serves 2)

  • 2 mackerel fillets
  • 1 tbsp miso
  • 2 tbsp plain yogurt
  • 1 tsp grated ginger

🟢 Instructions

  1. Mix miso, yogurt, and ginger, then coat the mackerel fillets.
  2. Let them marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes.
  3. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes.

✅ Tip: Yogurt softens the fish while reducing its strong smell!

 

 


3. Steamed Cod with Mushrooms

Calories: ~180 kcal per serving

🟢 Ingredients (Serves 2)

  • 2 cod fillets
  • ½ pack shimeji mushrooms
  • ½ pack enoki mushrooms
  • 1 tbsp sake (or white wine)
  • Ponzu sauce (for serving)

🟢 Instructions

  1. Place cod and mushrooms in a microwave-safe dish, sprinkle with sake.
  2. Cover and microwave for 5 minutes at 600W.
  3. Serve with ponzu sauce.

✅ Tip: Low-fat and high-protein—perfect for weight loss!

 

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4. Tuna Poke Bowl (with Brown Rice)

Calories: ~400 kcal per serving

🟢 Ingredients (Serves 2)

  • 150g fresh tuna (sashimi-grade)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp mirin
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice

🟢 Instructions

  1. Mix soy sauce, mirin, and sesame oil.
  2. Cut tuna into cubes and marinate for 15 minutes.
  3. Serve over brown rice.

✅ Tip: Brown rice helps regulate blood sugar levels!


5. Sea Bream & Tomato Stew (Aqua Pazza)

Calories: ~280 kcal per serving

🟢 Ingredients (Serves 2)

  • 2 sea bream fillets
  • 6 cherry tomatoes
  • 1 clove garlic (sliced)
  • 100ml white wine
  • 2 tsp dried seaweed flakes (optional)
  • 1 tsp olive oil

🟢 Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil and sauté garlic. Add sea bream fillets.
  2. Add cherry tomatoes, white wine, and seaweed flakes. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.

✅ Tip: Seaweed adds natural umami and reduces the need for salt!

 

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Conclusion

Adding fish to your diet helps you lose weight while providing essential nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids and high-quality protein.

  • Salmon: Boosts metabolism with healthy fats
  • Mackerel: Rich in DHA & EPA for fat burning
  • Cod: Low in calories and high in protein
  • Tuna: Lean and perfect for muscle building
  • Sea Bream: Gentle on the digestive system

Enjoy these tasty fish recipes and reach your fitness goals the healthy way! 💪🐟


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