Baked Halibut with Lemon Butter

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Baked Halibut with Lemon Butter is a classic seafood dish featuring tender, flaky halibut fillets baked to perfection and finished with a bright, tangy lemon butter sauce. The primary ingredients typically include halibut, butter, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and herbs like parsley or dill. This preparation is a staple in coastal cuisines, particularly popular in the Pacific Northwest of North America and parts of Europe where halibut is abundant.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and healthy fats, while being very low in carbohydrates. It is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, selenium, and B vitamins. A typical serving (around 6 ounces) contains roughly 300-400 calories, depending on the amount of butter used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	320 kcal
Protein	34 g
Carbs	2 g
Fat	19 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0.5 g
Sodium	450 mg
Potassium	750 mg
Phosphorus	350 mg
Selenium	45 mcg
Vitamin B12	3.5 mcg
Vitamin D	10 mcg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Magnesium	60 mg
Omega-3 (EPA+DHA)	0.8 g

Per 1 fillet (170 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Halibut has been a prized food source for indigenous peoples of the North Pacific for centuries, making this dish a modern take on a historically significant ingredient. Nutritionally, the combination of the fish's natural omega-3s with the lemon's vitamin C can aid in the absorption of certain nutrients.