This recipe takes minimal effort but packs mouthwatering flavors.
Have you ever heard of barramundi? If you answered no, you’re not alone. I found this fish in quest of expanding my current protein sources. Barramundi is a type of fish that lives in freshwater, saltwater and estuaries (where fresh and saltwater meet) it has a delicious sweet and buttery flavor and half the calories of salmon but its still packed with Omega-3 fatty acids. This tasty fish is perfect for runners and triathletes trying to add extra protein to their diet with 30 grams (per 5 ounce filet). Plated with golden potatoes and a serving of vegetables, you have your carbohydrates and vitamin C to help fuel your workouts. Read more about barramundi here.
Baked barramundi is just as simple as cooking salmon, or tuna and this recipe is pretty easy and doesn’t need a ton of different spices or leave you with a ton of dirty dishes. This protein, carb and vegetable dish is a well balanced meal and a perfect meal for the night before a race and it’s also delicious. Enjoy!
Follow this recipe for 2 servings.
Ingredients:
- 2 barramundi fillets, thawed (5oz)
- 1.5 cups baby carrots
- 1.5 cups brussel sprouts
- 3 golden potatoes
- Lemon juice
- Salt, black pepper
- Fresh garlic
- Olive oil
- Paprika (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- Wash golden potatoes and slice into 1” cubes
- This doesn’t have to be perfect, as long as they are in small pieces
- Season your potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper and paprika (optional)
- Add seasoned potatoes to air fryer at 350° for 25 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned
- Make sure to shake basket half way through, this will make sure all pieces are cooked evenly
- Cut brussel sprouts in half
- In a baking pan add nonstick baking sheet or parchment paper
- Mix together brussel sprouts and carrots and add to one half of baking pan and the barramundi fillets to the the other half
- Make sure to keep vegetables and fish separated on the pan
- Season vegetables and fish with olive oil, salt and black pepper
- For some extra flavor, I added some fresh lemon juice to the fish
- Bake vegetables and fish for 20 minutes at 350°F
- When potatoes are lightly toasted, the internal temperature of the fish is 145°F in the center then you are ready to enjoy your meal!
Share your barramundi meal with me. Have any other types of fish you’d recommend?