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High-protein, low-carb baked fish with garlic
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Garlic baked fish (140 g) has 203 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.7 g of carbs, 33.6 g of protein, 6.7 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 3.4 µg of B12 covers 140% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g
203
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
1.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
33.6g
· 67% DV
Fat
6.7g
· 9% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 3% · Protein 67% · Fat 30%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 203 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.7 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.4 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 109 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 33.6 g | 67% |
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 piece (medium) | 140 g | 203 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 70 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 131 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 120 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 160 g | 232 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 261 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 319 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 260 g | 377 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
To make garlic baked fish, coat cleaned fish or fillets with crushed garlic, olive oil, lemon, and seasoning. Bake until the flesh turns opaque and separates easily with a fork; check early, since thin fillets cook faster.
Mild, firm fish such as cod, haddock, sea bass, or snapper work well for garlic baked fish. Choose fillets for a quick meal or a whole cleaned fish for a more traditional presentation.
Garlic baked fish needs different cooking times depending on the fish’s thickness and whether it is whole or filleted. It is ready when the flesh is opaque and flakes easily; leaving it in too long makes it dry.
Yes, you can make garlic baked fish with frozen fish, but thaw it safely in the refrigerator first and pat it dry. Baking it while still frozen can release excess water and leave the fish unevenly cooked.
Keep garlic baked fish moist by coating it lightly with oil, avoiding overcooking, and checking for doneness early. Covering the baking dish during cooking can also help, especially with lean fish or thinner fillets.
Serve garlic baked fish with roasted vegetables, potatoes, or a crisp salad. A squeeze of lemon and a simple grain or bread can round it out, while lighter vegetable sides keep the meal from feeling too rich.
Add garlic to garlic baked fish before baking so its flavor infuses the fish. Mix crushed garlic with oil and spread it over the surface; finely chopped garlic exposed on top can brown quickly, so tuck it into the sauce.
Garlic baked fish is done when the thickest part is opaque and flakes apart easily with a fork. For a whole fish, check the flesh near the backbone; do not judge doneness by browning of the garlic alone.
Leftover garlic baked fish can be kept refrigerated in a sealed container and should be eaten within a few days. Refrigerate it promptly rather than leaving it at room temperature, and reheat until hot throughout.
Garlic baked fish can fit a weight-loss meal because it provides filling protein without needing a heavy sauce. The overall meal still matters, so pair it with vegetables and choose portions and sides that suit your needs.
Vitamins
B12
3.36µg · 140% DV
B3
6.72mg · 42% DV
B6
0.59mg · 35% DV
Vitamin D
4.48µg · 22% DV
Minerals
Selenium
43µg · 78% DV
Phosphorus
308mg · 44% DV
Iodine
45µg · 30% DV
Potassium ⭐
504mg · 15% DV
Sodium
109mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 203 calories in 1 piece (medium) (140 g):
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Garlic baked fish is a simple oven-cooked dish: fish is seasoned with garlic, often with olive oil and herbs, then baked until tender. It is a familiar home-cooking approach in many coastal cuisines, and the type of fish and seasonings vary with the region and what is available. Garlic adds aroma and savoury depth without needing a heavy sauce.
The flesh should be moist and flaky, with lightly browned edges. Serve it with lemon, salad, roasted vegetables or potatoes for an easy lunch or dinner. Garlic baked fish is notably high in protein and low in carbohydrate; a 100 g portion provides 24 g of protein. For a lighter plate, use oil sparingly and pair it with plenty of vegetables.
Very 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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.38g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.