Nutritionist's Pick: Pan-Fried Tilapia and Bulgur Bowls
with Citrus-Dressed Greens, Avocado and Toasted Almonds
10 min
Difficulty: 1/3
Canadian
Flaky tilapia tops a bed of wholesome bulgur, bringing lean protein and whole-grain goodness together in this nutritionist's pick. A bright citrus drizzle over leafy greens, paired with creamy avocado and nutty almonds, adds variety and balance in these health-focused bowls.
Ingredients: Tilapia fillet • Grapefruit • Avocado • Arugula and spinach mix (arugula, spinach) • Bulgur wheat (wheat) • Cucumber • Shallot • Almonds • White wine vinegar (wine vinegar, potassium metabisulfite) (sulphites) • Dijon mustard (water, mustard seed, mustard flour, vinegar, salt, white wine, spices, xanthan gum, citric acid, tartaric acid) (mustard) • Dill.
Allergens
Almonds
Soy
Mustard
Wheat
Milk
Sulphites
Crustaceans
Egg
May contain traces of allergens
Tilapia
Peanuts
Sesame
Fish
Gluten
Tags
Very High Fibre
Regional-specialty
High Protein
Dinner-bowls
Quick
Ingredients
Tilapia
300 g
Bulgur Wheat
0.5 cup
Grapefruit
1 unit(s)
Arugula and Spinach Mix
113 g
Shallot
1 unit(s)
Dill
7 g
Avocado
1 unit(s)
Radish
3 unit(s)
Almonds, sliced
28 g
White Wine Vinegar
1 tbsp
Dijon Mustard
0.5 tbsp
Oil
2 tbsp
Preparation
1
Wash and dry all produce.
To a medium pot, add 3/4 cup (1 1/2 cups) water. Cover and bring to a boil over high.
Once boiling, add bulgur. Cover, remove from heat and let stand for 15-16 min, until bulgur is tender and liquid is absorbed.
2
Heat a large non-stick pan over medium.
When hot, add almonds to the dry pan. Toast for 3-4 min, stirring often, until golden. (TIP: Keep your eye on them so they don't burn!)
Transfer to a plate.
3
Cut a piece of peel off of the top and bottom of grapefruit, so you're creating flat surfaces. Place one flat end on a cutting board, and then cut the peel from top to bottom, turning the grapefruit as you go.
When peeled completely, slip a paring knife along each side of the membranes of each grapefruit slice to release segments. Place in a small bowl.
Into a medium bowl, squeeze the leftover grapefruit membranes to release juice. (We'll use it later for the dressing!)
4
Peel, then finely mince shallot.
Roughly chop dill.
To the bowl with grapefruit juice, add shallots, dill, vinegar, Dijon and 1 tbsp (2 tbsp) olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, if you like, then whisk to combine
Cut avocado in half, remove pit and peel, then cut into 1/4-inch pieces.
Trim roots or top of radishes, if needed. Thinly slice radishes.
5
Pat tilapia dry with paper towels, pressing well to absorb as much moisture as possible. Season with salt and pepper, if you like.
Heat a large non-stick pan over medium-high. When hot, add 1 tbsp (2 tbsp) olive oil, then tilapia. Pan-fry for 3-4 min per side, until tilapia is cooked through and golden.**
6
Fluff bulgur with a fork. Season with salt and pepper, if you like.
Reserve 2 tbsp (1/4 cup) of dressing.
To the bowl with remaining dressing, add radishes, grapefruit segments and arugula and spinach mix. Toss to coat.
Divide salad and bulgur between plates.
Top with tilapia, avocado and almonds.
Spoon reserved dressing over top of the entire dish.