Diabetes-friendly dinner

Caribbean Spiced Grilled Fish

Grilled fish fillets seasoned with Caribbean spices, served with a fresh mango salsa.

Prep 15 minCook 20 minServes 4
Caribbean Spiced Grilled Fish

Nutrition per serving

12g
Carbs
4g
Fiber
7g
Sugar
28g
Protein
10g
Fat
250
Calories

Estimated values per serving.

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces fish fillets (such as tilapia or snapper)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large mango (diced)
  • ¼ cup red onion (finely chopped)
  • ¼ cup cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 small jalapeño (seeded and minced)
  • 1 medium avocado (diced)

Method

  1. 1

    Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Brush fish fillets with the spice mixture.

  4. 4

    Grill fish for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through.

  5. 5

    In another bowl, combine mango, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and avocado.

  6. 6

    Serve grilled fish with mango salsa on top.

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This recipe is general guidance, not medical advice. Carb needs depend on your treatment and goals, so check with your doctor, diabetes nurse or dietitian if you're unsure.