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Easy Low Carb Baked Fish

Published: Aug 8, 2020 by Charlotte · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

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baked fish on plate with lemon wedge

This low carb healthy baked fish recipe uses tasty seasonings and herbs to make the perfect meal. This diabetes friendly recipe is ready in under 30 minutes.

baked fish on plate with lemon

Are you looking for a healthy baked fish recipe that would be a snap to get prepped and on the table super-fast? I love baked fish, so this is my go-to recipe for hectic weeknights.

Herb seasoning ideas for various types of fish:

The seasoning I use is a low sodium version, but you could use any type. I have also used dill leaves (dillweed) as a seasoning with excellent results. Feel free to experiment with the herbs as seasonings you have on hand. Here is a list of some other herbs to try on fish:

BASS     garlic, onion, marjoram, dill, orange zest, curry powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, sweet Hungarian paprika, lemon zest, ground cumin, chili powder,

CATFISH       oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, onion, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, curry powder, sweet paprika, white pepper, oregano, bay leaf

FLOUNDER shallots, lemon zest, parsley, garlic, ginger root, cumin, coriander, cayenne

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GROUPER: onion, garlic, ginger root, garam masala, turmeric, cayenne, red pepper, basil

PANFISH (YELLOW PERCH, BLUEGILL, CRAPPIE) onion, garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, oregano, red pepper flakes, jalapeno, thyme, ground coriander, sweet paprika

SALMON  dill weed, fennel seed ( ground), onion, lemon zest, curry powder, tarragon, ground cumin and cumin seeds, chili powder, parsley, basil, bay leaves, garlic, whole peppercorns, ground coriander, red onion, ground turmeric, thyme

TILAPIA    onion, garlic, fennel leaves and bulb, lemon zest, parsley, ginger-root, garam masala, turmeric, basil, cayenne

TROUT      onion, red pepper, thyme, garlic, lemon zest, oregano, bay leaves, cayenne pepper, ground turmeric, cilantro, ground cumin, summer savory, pink peppercorns, curry powder, orange zest, shallots, Sweet Hungarian paprika

WALLEYE     onion, orange zest, lime, red pepper flakes, garlic, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, curry powder, lemon, basil, parsley, tarragon, rosemary, sage, coriander, cilantro, Vidalia onion, tangerine

WHITE BASS       onion, lime, garlic, basil, marjoram

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Why this recipe works:

  • Make as many or as few as you like!
  • Perfect entree for dieters and for diabetics.
  • Lots of tasty seasonings elevate baked fish from bland to flavorful entree.
  • Ready in 30 minutes!
baked fish on plate with lemon wedge

The main ingredients

  • Fish- I used catfish- feel free to use your favorite fish.
  • Seafood seasoning- I used old bay along with paprika, salt and pepper.

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How to make low carb baked fish

  • Season fish
  • Bake
  • Serve
raw catfish with seasoning on baking sheet
Seasoned raw fish fillets ready for oven.

Pro Tips:

  • Bake fish until it flakes easily with a fork-about 20-25 minutes for a medium size filet.
  • I used low sodium Old Bay seasoning-use your favorite.
  • Add a sprinkle or two of paprika for color.

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Recipe

baked fish on plate with lemon

Easy Low Carb Baked Fish

Low carb healthy baked fish uses tasty seasonings and herbs to make the perfect meal. This diabetes friendly recipe is ready in under 30 minutes.
4.20 from 86 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Diet: Diabetic, Low Calorie, Low Fat
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 82kcal
Author: Easyhealth Living

Ingredients

  • 3 oz Fish fillets- 1 per person
  • ¼ tsp Seafood seasoning of choice I use Old Bay Low Sodium Seasoning
  • Paprika
  • Salt and pepper
  • Lemon quarters
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Line a baking pan with parchment paper or foil.
  • Place fillets on pan and season liberally with seafood seasoning, paprika, salt and pepper.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until fish flakes easily.
  • Serve with lemon quarters.

Notes

Pro Tips
  • Bake fish until it flakes easily with a fork-about 20-25 minutes for a medium size filet.
  • I used low sodium Old Bay seasoning-use your favorite.
  • Add a sprinkle or two of paprika for color.
 
Nutrition Facts
Easy Low Carb Baked Fish
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
82
Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
1
g
2
%
Saturated Fat
 
0
g
0
%
Cholesterol
 
42
mg
14
%
Sodium
 
44
mg
2
%
Potassium
 
256
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
 
0
g
0
%
Sugar
 
0
g
0
%
Protein
 
17
g
34
%
Iron
 
0.5
mg
3
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Comments

  1. Liz says

    February 13, 2014 at 1:54 pm

    Do you need to defrost fish if using frozen? Thx.

    Reply
    • easyhealth living says

      February 13, 2014 at 2:08 pm

      Yes, I usually let my fish defrost first. Hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  2. Leah says

    June 29, 2014 at 1:34 pm

    do you have a favorite fish you use? My husband is very picky with fish tasting "fishy"

    Reply
    • easyhealth living says

      June 30, 2014 at 9:24 pm

      I like to use catfish and also grouper. These fish are really mild so you don't get that "fishy" taste as much. Good luck and let me know how it turns out!

      Reply
      • tiana says

        August 14, 2014 at 3:56 pm

        I buy japanese catfish. Its individually packaged and half the price of talipia or any other fish and its excellent 🙂

        Reply
        • easyhealth living says

          August 14, 2014 at 8:25 pm

          Sounds great! I'm sure it will be delicious in this recipe!

          Reply
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