Halibut with Pepitas, Capers, Cherry Tomatoes, and Basil

• servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

2 tablespoons pepitas (pumpkin seeds)

4 6 -ounce halibut fillets

2 teaspoons kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 cup dry white wine

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 1/2 tablespoons capers, drained and rinsed

1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes (quartered if they're big)

1/4 cup torn fresh basil, plus a handful of small leaves for garnish

Directions

In a small, dry skillet over medium-low heat, toast the pepitas lightly. Don't allow them to brown. As soon as you begin to smell them, remove the pan from the heat and transfer to a large plate. Set aside.

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Sprinkle the halibut on both sides with 1 teaspoon of the salt and the pepper. Heat the oil in a large skillet with an ovenproof handle over medium-high heat until it begins to shimmer but is not smoking. Place the fillets skin side up in the hot oil and sear until the fish begins to turn color, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn the fillets and add the lemon juice, wine, and butter to the pan. As soon as the butter melts and becomes foamy, add the capers and tomatoes and simmer until the tomatoes release some juices, about 1 minute.

Place the pan in the oven until the fish is cooked through, 7 to 10 minutes. Baste the fish with some of the juices and transfer to serving plates. Add the cup torn basil, pepitas, and the remaining teaspoon of salt to the pan juices and stir until the basil is slightly wilted. Spoon the mixture over the fish, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 303 calorie
• Total Fat: 17 g
• Saturated Fat: 5.5 g
• Cholesterol: 99 mg
• Sodium: 1174 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 2 g
• Dietary Fiber: 1 g
• Total Sugars: 1 g
• Protein: 33 g