Name: Snapper Piccata
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 4 (5 ounce) fresh or frozen snapper fillets with skin, each cut diagonally into thirds (see Tip); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 0.5 cup dry white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth; 0.5 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1 tablespoon butter; 4 green onions (white parts only), thinly sliced diagonally; 2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons capers, drained; Dash freshly ground black pepper; 1 Lemon wedges

Snapper Piccata

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Lean snapper in a buttery lemon-caper sauce is a simple main dish, ready in just 30 minutes.

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Updated on July 10, 2019

Prep Time:

25 mins

Additional Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Diabetes Appropriate Egg Free Gluten-Free Healthy Aging Heart Healthy High-Protein Low Carbohydrate Low Sodium Low-Calorie Nut-Free Soy-Free

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Ingredients

4 (5 ounce) fresh or frozen snapper fillets with skin, each cut diagonally into thirds (see Tip)
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup dry white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth
½ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter
4 green onions (white parts only), thinly sliced diagonally
2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons capers, drained
Dash freshly ground black pepper
1 Lemon wedges

Directions

Thaw fish, if frozen. Measure thickness of fish. Rinse fish under cold running water; pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Place fish pieces in skillet, skin sides down. Cook for 4 to 6 minutes per 1/2-inch thickness of fish or until skin is crisp and fish flakes easily when tested with a fork, turning once. Transfer fillets to a serving platter, skin sides up.
Return skillet to heat. Add white wine to skillet; cook for 2 to 2 1/2 minutes or until wine is almost evaporated, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the skillet. Add broth. Bring just to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, about 4 minutes or until liquid is reduced by about half. Add butter, stirring until it melts; stir in green onions and chives.
Remove skillet from heat; add the lemon juice, capers, and pepper. Pour sauce over fish to serve. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.

Tips

Tip: For even crisper fish, dip the fish pieces in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour to coat. Increase oil amount by 2 to 3 teaspoons.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

228	Calories
8g	Fat
2g	Carbs
30g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 3 pieces fish and 2 tablespoons sauce
Calories 228
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 2g	1%
Dietary Fiber 0g	1%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 30g	60%
Total Fat 8g	10%
Saturated Fat 3g	14%
Cholesterol 59mg	20%
Vitamin A 364IU	7%
Vitamin C 8mg	9%
Folate 16mcg	4%
Sodium 313mg	14%
Calcium 58mg	4%
Iron 1mg	3%
Magnesium 52mg	12%
Potassium 650mg	14%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.