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A high-protein, low-carbohydrate dish made with baked white fish and cheese.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Baked White Fish with Cheese (180 g) has 360 calories. That works out to 200 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.7 g of carbs, 36 g of protein, 19.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 3.1 µg of B12 covers 128% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
360
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
7.7g
· 3% DV
Protein
36g
· 72% DV
Fat
19.3g
· 25% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 41% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 360 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.3 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 5.85 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.22 g | |
| Sodium | 522 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.7 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 36 g | 72% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 360 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 200 kcal |
| 4 ounce (medium) | 113 g | 226 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 160 g | 320 kcal |
| 6 ounce (large) | 170 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 210 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 440 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 500 kcal |
Calculated from 200 calories per 100 g.
A mild cheese that melts smoothly works best for Baked White Fish with Cheese. Cheddar gives a familiar, savory topping, while Parmesan adds a sharper note; use a lighter hand with salt if the cheese is salty.
Arrange white fish fillets in a baking dish, season them, add cheese, and bake until the fish turns opaque and flakes easily. Keeping the fillets in a single layer helps them cook evenly beneath the topping.
Yes, mild white fish pairs well with cheese because its gentle flavor lets the topping add richness without overwhelming the fish. Lemon, herbs, or a little black pepper can keep the finished dish from tasting too heavy.
Use fillets of similar thickness and take Baked White Fish with Cheese out as soon as the fish is opaque and flakes easily. A cheese topping can shield the surface, but it cannot prevent overcooking.
Yes, but thaw the fish in the refrigerator first and blot it dry before baking. Excess water can collect in the dish and make the fish watery, while also keeping the cheese topping from browning well.
Usually, bake Baked White Fish with Cheese uncovered so the cheese can melt and brown. If the topping is browning too quickly before the fish is cooked through, loosely cover the dish for the remaining cooking time.
Baked White Fish with Cheese is done when the flesh is opaque and separates into flakes with gentle pressure from a fork. Check the thickest part of the fillet rather than judging by the browned cheese alone.
Serve Baked White Fish with Cheese with a crisp salad, steamed vegetables, or potatoes. A fresh squeeze of lemon brightens the rich, melted topping, while a simple side keeps the fish as the focus.
Yes, reheat leftover Baked White Fish with Cheese gently in the oven until hot throughout. Gentle heat helps keep the fish tender; repeated reheating can dry it out, so warm only the portion you plan to eat.
Yes, you can arrange and season the fish in its baking dish ahead of time, then refrigerate it until cooking. Add the cheese shortly before baking to help the topping brown instead of becoming damp.
Vitamins
B12
3.06µg · 128% DV
B3
6.84mg · 43% DV
B5
1.17mg · 23% DV
B6
0.32mg · 19% DV
Minerals
Selenium
50µg · 91% DV
Phosphorus
423mg · 60% DV
Iodine
58µg · 39% DV
Sodium
522mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
513mg · 15% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 360 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Baked White Fish with Cheese is made by topping white fish, usually fillets, with cheese and cooking it in the oven. It is a flexible home-style preparation rather than a dish tied to one particular region; the fish and cheese can vary. The fish stays tender and flakes easily, while the cheese turns golden on top.
Serve it hot with lemon and a green salad, or alongside roasted vegetables. It is high in protein and low in carbohydrates, making it a filling main course without much starch. For a lighter plate, use a modest layer of cheese and add plenty of vegetables.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.85g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.79g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.68g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.