Herb-Grilled Fish with Asparagus, Avocado & Cherry Tomatoes
Herb-Grilled Fish with Asparagus, Avocado & Cherry Tomatoes is a vibrant dish that brings together the freshness of grilled fish and seasonal vegetables. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or elegant weekend gatherings, this meal is not only delicious but also nutritious. Featuring tender fish fillets seasoned with fragrant herbs, crisp asparagus, creamy avocado, and juicy cherry tomatoes, each bite offers a delightful mix of flavors and textures. Ready in under 15 minutes, this low-carb dish ensures you enjoy a healthy meal without sacrificing taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 small white fish fillets (tilapia, cod, or similar)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
- Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 1 cup asparagus spears, trimmed
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced or halved
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
- Season the fish fillets with ½ tbsp olive oil, dried herbs, salt, and pepper. Grill or pan-sear over medium heat for about 3–4 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- In the same pan used for the fish, add a drizzle of olive oil and sauté asparagus with salt and pepper for approximately 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- While cooking, slice the avocado and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Plate the grilled fish alongside sautéed asparagus and garnish with avocado slices and cherry tomatoes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 60mg