Meal: Orange Roughy a la Greque with Basil Lemon Couscous and Broiled Balsamic Glazed Zucchini

Orange Roughy a la Greque: I grew up loving Orange Roughy fish but learned a few years ago that they were being over-fished*. So while the recipe title remains the same I've started substituting other mild white fish so that I can still enjoy this recipe. You can use Tilapia, Halibut, Cod or Flounder.

*Grouper is also being over fished

Ingredients
4 oz feta cheese, crumbled (about ¾ crumbled)
¼ C plain low-fat yogurt
¼ C finely chopped red onion
3 tbsp drained capers
2 small plum tomatoes, seeded, chopped
2 tsp grated lemon peel
4 6-ounce ½-inch-thick Orange Roughy fillets (or other mild white fish)

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line baking sheet with foil. Lightly grease foil. Combine first 6 ingredients in medium bowl. Season with pepper. Arrange fish on prepared baking sheet. Spread cheese topping over fish. Bake until fish is just cooked through, approximately 10 minutes.

Bon Appétit




Basil Lemon Couscous: I thought this would be a refreshing and light pasta side dish.

Ingredients
1 cup dry couscous
1 cup water
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp white pepper
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2-3 tbsp minced fresh basil leaves

Bring water up to a boil. Add in couscous, stir, cover and remove from heat. Allow the couscous to rest for 5 minutes while the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and add in salt, pepper, lemon juice, and basil leaves. Serve immediately.




Broiled Balsamic Glazed Zucchini: I wanted a quick but tasty way of cooking fresh zucchini.

Ingredients
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
4 teaspoons packed light brown sugar
1 large or 2 medium zucchini
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1 tsp olive oil

In a small sauce pan combine ingredients, vinegar through sugar, and bring to a simmer for 10 to 15 minutes to reduce liquid.

Meanwhile, slice zucchini into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Toss in olive oil, salt and pepper. Place in an oven proof casserole dish. Broil for 5 minutes. Stir in balsamic glaze and broil for another 2-3 minutes or until zucchini is tender. Serve immediately.