One-pan Mustardy Fish with Lentils and Green Beans

This effortlessly elegant meal is perfect for busy evenings when you want something nourishing without the fuss. Delicate white fish gently poaches in...This effortlessly elegant meal is perfect for busy evenings when you want something nourishing without the fuss. Delicate white fish gently poaches in a silky mustard and coconut sauce,(we don’t think you can taste the coconut!) absorbing layers of smoky, savoury depth. Tender green beans and hearty lentils complete the dish. Serve it as is for a wholesome, comforting meal, or pair it with roasted potatoes or steamed grains for a heartier plate. Read more This effortlessly elegant meal is perfect for busy evenings when you want something nourishing without the fuss. Delicate white fish gently poaches in a silky mustard and coconut sauce,(we don’t think you can taste the coconut!) absorbing layers of smoky, savoury depth. Tender green beans and hearty lentils complete the dish. Serve it as is for a wholesome, comforting meal, or pair it with roasted potatoes or steamed grains for a heartier plate. This effortlessly elegant meal is perfect for busy evenings when you want something nourishing without the fuss. Delicate white fish gently poaches in a silky mustard and coconut sauce,(we don’t think you can taste the coconut!) absorbing layers of smoky, savoury depth. Tender green beans and hearty lentils complete the dish. Serve it as is for a wholesome, comforting meal, or pair it with roasted potatoes or steamed grains for a heartier plate.

Prep time
10 mins
Cook time
20 mins
FREEZER FRIENDLY
No
SHELF LIFE
3 days (but best eaten fresh)
Why is this healthy?
Plant
points
High
protein
High
fibre
Prebiotics
3+ fruits &
vegetables
Contains
Fish
Why is this healthy?
Plant
points
High
protein
High
fibre
Prebiotics
3+ fruits &
vegetables

NUTRITION PER SERVING (Read more)

34g
Protein
456kcal
Calories
27g
Total Fat
23g
Carbs
10g
Sugars
11g
Fibre
123mg
Calcium
9%
 
7mg
Iron
39%
 
130mg
Magnesium
31%
 
1246mg
Potassium
27%
 
225mg
Sodium
10%
 
2mg
Vitamin B1
167%
 
4mcg
Vitamin B12
167%
 
1.1mcg
Vitamin D
6%
 
2.6mg
Vitamin E
17%
 
365mcg
Vitamin B9
91%
 
87mcg
Vitamin A
10%
 
11mg
Vitamin C
12%
 
8.2mg
Zinc
75%
 
41mcg
Vitamin K
34%
 
0.5mg
Copper
56%
 
1.2mg
Vitamin B2
92%
 
26.1mg
Vitamin B3
163%
 
2.2mg
Vitamin B6
129%
 
470mg
Phosphorus
38%
 
Protein: 34g; Calories: 456kcal; Total Fat: 27g; Carbs: 23g; Sugars: 10g; Fibre: 11g; Calcium: 123mg (9%); Iron: 7mg (39%); Magnesium: 130mg (31%); Potassium: 1246mg (27%); Sodium: 225mg (10%); Vitamin B1: 2mg (167%); Vitamin B12: 4mcg (167%); Vitamin D: 1.1mcg (6%); Vitamin E: 2.6mg (17%); Vitamin B9: 365mcg (91%); Vitamin A: 87mcg (10%); Vitamin C: 11mg (12%); Zinc: 8.2mg (75%); Vitamin K: 41mcg (34%); Copper: 0.5mg (56%); Vitamin B2: 1.2mg (92%); Vitamin B3: 26.1mg (163%); Vitamin B6: 2.2mg (129%); Phosphorus: 470mg (38%)
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Why is this healthy?
Plant
points
High
protein
High
fibre
Prebiotics
3+ fruits &
vegetables
Contains
Fish

Ingredients

Serves 4
leek
finely sliced
garlic cloves
minced
smoked paprika
nutritional yeast
dijon mustard
smooth or wholegrain both work
coconut milk (can)
water
Swaps: green lentils (cooked)
drained and rinsed
cod fillet
Swaps: firm tofu, hake
green beans
Swaps: asparagus, tenderstem broccoli
topped and tailed
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Method

1

Gather and prepare your ingredients.

2

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the leek and garlic with a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, for 4-5 minutes, until softened.

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