Mango & Avocado Salsa Halibut (AIP, Paleo)

Mango & Avocado Salsa Halibut (AIP, Paleo)

Halibut with Mango & Avocado Salsa is a fresh and delicious fish dish! Perfect for the warmer months when you’re craving something light and fresh on the palate. Feel free to use any fish (or chicken) with this flavourful mango & avocado salsa. AIP friendly, paleo & low-carb.

DID YOU KNOW? Avocados are rich in fiber — half an avocado (roughly 100g) packs 7 grams of fiber, which is 27% of the RDA. Fiber has been shown to have important benefits for weight loss, metabolic health and gut health.

Roughly 25% of the fiber in avocado is soluble, which is known for feeding the friendly gut bacteria in your intestine. The number and type of bacteria is very important for optimal gut health and overall health.

So, if you’re dealing with IBS or weight loss resistance, I recommend replacing grain-based foods with high-fiber whole foods like avocados, vegetables and other fruits.

Here are a few way to incorporate avocados in your diet:

wild halibut with avocado and mango salsa

What you need for Halibut with Mango & Avocado Salsa:

  • Wild Pacific halibut (or other fish of choice)
  • Avocado
  • Mango
  • Red onion
  • Cilantro, basil or parsley
  • Lime
  • Avocado oil

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Halibut with Avocado & Mango Salsa (AIP, Paleo)

Halibut with Mango & Avocado Salsa

Halibut with Mango & Avocado Salsa is a fresh and delicious fish dish! Perfect for the warmer months when you're craving something light and fresh on the palate. Feel free to use any fish with this flavourful mango & avocado salsa. AIP friendly, paleo & low-carb.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: AIP, Low-Carb, Paleo
Servings: 2

Ingredients
 

  • 1 lb wild Pacific halibut, or other fish of choice
  • 1 avocado, chopped into small chunks
  • 1 small mango, chopped into small chunks
  • 1 tsp red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp cilantro, basil or parsley, finely chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Sea salt & black pepper to taste, omit black pepper for AIP version
  • Avocado oil

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400F and grease or line baking dish with parchment paper.
  • Coat halibut with avocado oil and season with sea salt and black pepper.
  • Place halibut in oven and cook for 10-15-minutes (more time may be needed for thicker pieces of fish). Halibut should be opaque and flake when cut with a fork.
  • While halibut is cooking, combine mango, avocado, red onion, fresh herbs, lime juice and seasoning in a bowl and mix until well combined.
  • When halibut is done, let rest for a few minutes then top with fresh mango & avocado salsa and serve.

Notes

  • If you can't find wild Pacific halibut or it's too expensive, try wild cod or another similar fish. If you're not a fan of fish, this salsa works great with chicken too!
  • Omit black pepper for AIP version.
Keyword avocado, dairy free, gluten free, grain free, herbs, mango, soy free, wild fish
Mediterranean Tuna Salad (Paleo, Keto, AIP version)

Mediterranean Tuna Salad (Paleo, Keto, AIP version)

Mediterranean Tuna Salad is the perfect quick and healthy lunch recipe! It’s super easy to prepare with just 6 simple ingredients needed and zero cooking time. This delicious salad recipe is paleo, low-carb, keto and can be made AIP by substituting tomatoes for cucumbers, olives or avocado.

DID YOU KNOW? Tuna fish is right up there with other healthy types of fish, such as salmon, when it comes to nutrition — it packs a good amount of protein and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.

Tuna’s high protein content makes it an excellent addition to a weight loss diet since it can help reduce your appetite, prevent cravings and keep you feeling fuller for longer.

In addition, protein makes up the foundation of your hair, skin, nails and muscles; is crucial for the synthesis of certain enzymes and hormones; and is used for the growth and repair of tissues.

So, including more tuna fish in your diet can help provide your body with the protein that you need.

Lastly, tuna is rich in omega-3 fatty acids (a.k.a. fish oil), which may be able to alleviate inflammation and reduce the risk of disease. Fish oil has potent anti-inflammatory properties, and multiple studies have shown that it could be therapeutic for autoimmune conditions like Crohn’s disease, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis.

NOTE: Stick to wild types of tuna that are caught using the Pacific troll or pole and line methods. Also, avoid Atlantic bluefin tuna, which may have a negative impact on both the environment and your health because it is over-fished and often farm-raised.

Mediterranean Tuna Salad Paleo Keto

What you need for Mediterranean Tuna Salad:

  • Wild skipjack tuna
  • Mixed greens salad
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Balsamic vinegar
  • Oregano

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Mediterranean Tuna Salad Paleo Keto

Mediterranean Tuna Salad

Mediterranean Tuna Salad is the perfect quick and healthy lunch recipe! It's super easy to prepare with just 6 simple ingredients needed and zero cooking time. This delicious salad recipe is paleo, low-carb, keto and can be made AIP by substituting tomatoes for cucumbers, olives or avocado.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: AIP, Keto, Low-Carb, Mediterranean, Paleo
Servings: 1

Ingredients
 

  • 1 can wild skipjack tuna, drained
  • 3-4 cups mixed greens
  • 6 cherry tomatoes, halved, (replace with olives, cucumbers or avocado for AIP version)
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl or container, add greens, tuna, tomatoes, oregano, salt and pepper.
  • If you're eating right away, drizzle with olive oil and vinegar and toss. If you're taking it to go in a container, drizzle with olive oil and vinegar then shake container right before you eat to coat ingredients.

Notes

Replace tomatoes with olives, cucumbers or avocado for AIP version.
Keyword balsamic vinegar, canned tuna, dairy free, extra virgin olive oil, gluten free, grain free, healthy salad, leafy greens, soy free, tomatoes
Shrimp Pad Thai (Paleo, Low-Carb, Keto)

Shrimp Pad Thai (Paleo, Low-Carb, Keto)

Shrimp Pad Thai is absolutely delicious and will soon be one of your favourite weekly dishes! This recipe combines shrimp with spaghetti squash noodles, vegetables for texture and flavor, and is coated with the most delicious creamy lime almond butter sauce! It’s gluten & grain free, paleo and low-carb.

Quick fact about me … I had a BIG crush on Pad Thai during my university days–and since I lived in Toronto at that time, I always gravitated towards Thai restaurants when I ate out. To this date, there’s just something about the combo of spices and flavours in Thai cuisine that I find magical!

Unfortunately, when I changed my diet to better serve my body, Pad Thai was one of the dishes I had to give up (teardrop).

Luckily, I eventually realized that I didn’t really need to give up my favourite dishes in order to feel good, I just needed to get creative and modify them. Ergo, I created this flavourful paleo version of Pad Thai that I could easily make whenever a craving hits–and let me tell you, I’ve made this recipe way more times than I can count!

Typical take-out Pad Thai can be loaded with lots of unwanted ingredients – crappy oils, sugar, MSG, and lots of sodium. However, this healthy Shrimp Pad Thai is made with shrimp, eggs, veggies, and uses spaghetti squash noodles instead of rice noodles to keep it lower carb & paleo.

Check out this delicious Shrimp Pad Thai with simple and clean ingredients. It’s one of my favourite recipes to date!

Shrimp Pad Thai Paleo Low-Carb

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What you need for Shrimp Pad Thai:

  • Spaghetti squash
  • Shrimp
  • Eggs
  • Enoki mushrooms
  • Carrots
  • Green onion
  • Garlic
  • Ginger
  • Avocado oil
  • Lime
  • Almond butter
  • Coconut aminos
  • Cilantro
  • Pine nuts or crushed almonds
Shrimp Pad Thai Paleo

Shrimp Pad Thai

Shrimp Pad Thai is absolutely delicious and will soon be one of your favourite weekly dishes! This recipe combines shrimp with spaghetti squash noodles, vegetables for texture and flavor, and is coated with the most delicious creamy lime almond butter sauce! It's gluten & grain free, paleo and low-carb.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Keto, Low-Carb, Paleo, Thai
Servings: 2

Ingredients
 

  • 1 lb wild shrimp*
  • 2 pastured eggs
  • 1 spaghetti squash
  • 1 pack enoki mushrooms (remove ends & separate), or regular mushrooms thinly sliced
  • 2 carrots
  • 2 green onions
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp. avocado oil
  • Sea salt & black pepper , to taste

Pad Thai Sauce:

  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tbsp. almond butter
  • 3 tbsp. coconut aminos

Garnish:

  • 4 sprigs cilantro, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp. pine nuts or crushed almonds, lightly toasted

Instructions
 

  • Cut spaghetti squash lengthwise and remove seeds. Bake at 400 for 30-40 min. Fork should pierce skin easily when squash is cooked. Use a fork to scrape out the strands of squash. Set aside. (I suggest preparing the other ingredients as the squash cooks).
  • Finely chop carrots and green onion by hand or in a food processor. Set aside.
  • Using a large pan over medium heat, sauté garlic and ginger in 1 tbsp. avocado oil until fragrant. Add carrots, onion and enoki mushrooms and continue to cook until carrots are tender. Season with salt.
  • Create a space in the middle of the pan, add eggs and scramble with fork. Mix in with vegetables and let cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, combine all sauce ingredients until smooth and creamy.
  • Turn heat to low, add cooked spaghetti squash and sauce into pan and mix all ingredients together until sauce coats everything.
  • Add in cooked shrimp (see instructions below) and gently combine all ingredients until warm.
  • Plate the Pad Thai and garnish with nuts and cilantro.

Shrimp: (can be cooked at the same time as Pad Thai)

  • In a separate pan, cook shrimp in 1 tbsp avocado oil over medium heat. Season with salt and black pepper. Turn shrimp halfway through cooking.
  • Once shrimp are cooked, set aside until ready to add to the other pan.

Notes

*You can easily replace shrimp with chicken if you'd like. Just cut 1lb of chicken breasts or thighs (boneless, skinless) into bite-sized pieces and cook as you would the shrimp.
Keyword almond butter, asian, coconut aminos, gluten free, grain free, healthy take-out recipes, lime, soy free, spaghetti squash
Wild Salmon with Pesto (Paleo, Keto)

Wild Salmon with Pesto (Paleo, Keto)

Wild Salmon with Pesto is the not only super healthy, but real quick and easy to make! All you need is fresh wild salmon, dairy free pesto and 20-minutes. Paleo, low-carb & keto.

DID YOU KNOW? Wild salmon is high in Vitamin D.

On average, wild-caught salmon contains 988 IU of vitamin D per 3.5-ounce or 165% of the RDI. Some studies have found even higher levels in wild salmon — up to 1,300 IU per serving!

Up to 50% of the world’s population may not get enough sun causing many people to be deficient in vitamin D. This is partly because people spend more time indoors, wear sunblock outside and eat a Western diet low in good sources of this vitamin.

Vitamin D deficiency is linked to everything from skin problems to weight gain to autoimmune disease to cancer and heart disease.

This stresses the need for all of us to get plenty of sun exposure, and supplement or eat vitamin D-rich foods, such as wild salmon, on a regular basis.

Pair Wild Salmon with Pesto with one of these healthy sides …

Dairy Free Pesto (Plant-Based, Paleo, Keto)

What you need for Wild Salmon with Pesto:

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Wild Salmon with Pesto (Paleo, Keto)

Wild Salmon with Pesto

Wild Salmon with Pesto is the not only super healthy, but real quick and easy to make! All you need is fresh wild salmon, dairy free pesto and 20-minutes. Paleo, low-carb & keto.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Dinner, Entree
Cuisine: Italian, Keto, Low-Carb, Paleo
Servings: 2

Ingredients
 

  • 1 lb wild sockeye salmon fillet, or other wild salmon
  • 3 tbsp Dairy Free Pesto, recipe link in notes
  • Sea salt , to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425F.
  • Wash and pat dry salmon with a paper towel. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and sprinkle with sea salt.
  • Bake salmon for 10-minutes then remove from oven, spread pesto onto salmon fillet and bake for 5 more minutes. Remove from oven and serve.
Keyword dairy free, gluten free, grain free, pesto, salmon, soy free, wild fish
Garlic & Dill Salmon (AIP, Paleo, Keto)

Garlic & Dill Salmon (AIP, Paleo, Keto)

Garlic & Dill Salmon is nutritious and delicious! Prepare and cook this omega 3 rich fish in under 20-minutes! It’s the perfect AIP, paleo & keto friendly recipe for the busy work week!

DID YOU KNOW? Wild-caught (not farmed) salmon is known to be one of the most nutritious foods.

Research has linked this nutrient-dense fish to everything from improving heart, brain, bone, skin and eyesight health to extending life span and preventing heart attacks & cancer.

Not only does wild salmon contain one of the highest omega-3 contents of any type of fish – making it a great anti-inflammatory food – but each serving is also packed with tons of other vitamins, minerals and protein as well.

Aim for 1-2 servings of wild salmon like Sockeye, Chinook, Coho or Pink each week. If you’re having a hard time consuming roughly 1lb of oily fish weekly, I recommend supplementing with a high-quality fish oil. This will help keep your omega 3 levels in check.

Serve this fish recipe with a healthy side:

Garlic & Dill Salmon AIP Keto Paleo

What you need for Garlic & Dill Salmon:

  • Wild sockeye salmon
  • Fresh dill
  • Garlic
  • Avocado oil
  • Lemon

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Garlic & Dill Salmon

Garlic & Dill Salmon is nutritious and delicious! Prepare and cook this omega 3 rich fish in under 20-minutes! It's the perfect AIP, paleo & keto friendly recipe for the busy work week!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: AIP, Keto, Low-Carb, Paleo
Servings: 3

Ingredients
 

  • 1 lb wild sockeye salmon fillet
  • 4 sprigs fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • Sea salt , to taste
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425F.
  • Wash and pat dry salmon with a paper towel. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and sprinkle with sea salt.
  • Combine oil, dill and garlic in a bowl. Spread mixture over salmon using a spoon.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes. Remove from oven and squeeze lemon juice over top.
Keyword dairy free, dill, fish recipe, garlic, gluten free, grain free, healthy dinner, omega 3, salmon, soy free, wild fish