I have some fresh fat burning tilapia that I picked up at the store today and I'm feeling like I need something quick and easy! Fish is a great source of lean protein and is has so many wonderful health benefits.
Tilapia has a mild flavor that holds seasoning quite well, making it
perfect for dieters who claim to loathe fish. What’s even better is that
the 2 best cooking methods for tilapia also happen to be two of the
healthiest: grilling & baking.
Let’s start with why tilapia is rock star among fat burning
foods—protein. One serving of tilapia (4 ounces) has 29.5 grams of
protein, which is more than 50% of your daily value of protein, meaning
your body will be burning fat like crazy trying to process the protein!
Tilapia nutrition facts include large amounts of essential nutrients
necessary for basic human functions, such as vitamin B12. The amount of
B12 in tilapia makes up more than 30% of your recommended daily value!
Niacin is yet another nutrient in tilapia, giving you nearly 30% of the
niacin your body requires each day.
Selenium is one mineral that really gives tilapia a health boost, making up nearly 80% of your daily value in just one serving!
With no carbs, no sugar and very little fat you can eat tilapia to burn fat without feeling guilty. Now that's my kind of food!!!
One of the most notable health benefits of tilapia is its low calorie
count, which is ideal for anyone looking to shed a few pounds. With
just 145 calories per serving, you can pair tilapia with a wide range of
vegetables for a truly low-calorie and fat burning meal.
Tilapia is also a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which can help
you maintain a healthy blood pressure and keep heart disease at bay.
This is important because many of us with too much fat on our bodies are
highly susceptible to these illnesses.
In addition to being loaded with protein, tilapia has plenty of
potassium to help prevent post-workout muscle cramps. Other nutrients
tilapia contains in abundance includes vitamin B12, which helps keep you
mentally alert; niacin, which is necessary to keep your body
functioning at an optimal level, and selenium a nutrient known to
decrease your risk against cancer and heart disease.
So in addition to being quite low in calories, the health benefits of
tilapia include fat burning, improved heart health and good cholesterol
(HDL), and a decreased risk of weight-related illnesses.
So now for a great recipe to cook up some Tilapia of your own!!!
Ingredients
• 1/4 cup / 60 ml best-quality olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
• 1 tsp / 5 ml paprika
• 1 tsp / 5 ml ginger
• 1 tsp / 5 ml fresh ground black pepper
• 1 tsp / 5 ml dried mustard
• 1 tsp / 5 ml oregano
• 1 tsp / 5 ml chili powder
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 4 tilapia filets, thawed
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400ºF/ 205ºC. Line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium sized bowl combine olive oil, garlic and seasonings.
- Dip each filet into the seasoning and place it on the baking sheet.
- Pour any remaining seasoning over the filets on the sheet and place the baking sheet in the oven.
- Bake for 10 minutes.
I serve my fish with a side of steam asparagus, green beans or broccoli! Sweet potato's are another great addition to the mix! Enjoy!!
Nutritional Value for One Filet
Calories: 183.25
Calories from Fat: 78.5
Total Fat: 9 g
Saturated Fat: 1.7 g
Total Carbs: 2.6 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 23 g
Sodium: 153 mg
Cholesterol: 57 mg Sugar: 0.2 g
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