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Pan Seared Halibut Steaks with Avocado Salsa
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YIELD Makes 4 servings
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INGREDIENTS
| 4 | tablespoons chipotle salsa, divided |
| 1/2 | teaspoon salt, divided |
| 4 | small (4 to 5 ounces) or 2 large (8 to 10 ounces) halibut steaks, cut 3/4 inch thick |
| 1/2 | cup diced tomato |
| 1/2 | ripe avocado, diced |
| 2 | tablespoons chopped cilantro (optional) |
| Lime wedges (optional) | |
PREPARATION:
- Combine 2 tablespoons salsa and 1/4 teaspoon salt; spread over both sides of halibut.
- Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add halibut; cook 4 to 5 minutes per side or until fish is opaque in center.
- Meanwhile, combine remaining 2 tablespoons salsa, 1/4 teaspoon salt, tomato, avocado and cilantro, if desired, in small bowl. Mix well and spoon over cooked fish. Garnish with lime wedges, if desired.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
| Serving Size: | 1 halibut steak with about 3 tablespoons Avocado Salsa |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Carbohydrate | 2 g |
| Cholesterol | 36 mg |
| Saturated Fat | <1 g |
| Total Fat | 7 g |
| Calories from Fat | 36 % |
| Calories | 169 |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Sodium | 476 mg |
DIETARY EXCHANGE:
| Meat | 3 |
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