Steamed hake with vegetables

Hake fillets steamed with vegetables and finished with a squeeze of lemon and a drizzle of olive oil. The healthiest and lightest way to cook, which keeps the fish moist.

Preparation: 10 min  |  Cooking: 15 min  |  Servings: 4  |  Difficulty: Very easy

Calculated per serving from Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities listed. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 267 kcal · 33 g protein · 4 g carbohydrate · 12 g fat

Ingredients

• 4 fillets of hake
• 2 courgettes
• 2 carrots
• 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 bunch of dill

Method

1. Cut the vegetables into sticks.
2. Steam them for 8 minutes.
3. Add the hake fillets and continue for 7 minutes.
4. Finish with lemon juice, olive oil and dill.

Nutritional benefits

Hake is a lean fish that is rich in protein and low in fat, good for cholesterol and ideal for weight loss. Steaming preserves its nutrients and keeps it moist without added fat, and keeps the vegetables crunchy. An ultra-light, healthy dinner that is naturally gluten-free.

Variations and substitutions

• With cod, pollock or coley.
• With broccoli or green beans.
• With ginger and soy sauce (Asian version).
• Served with rice for a more complete meal.

Storage and making ahead

Best fresh; keeps for 1 day. Reheat by steaming.

💡 Good to know

Add the fish after the vegetables (which take longer to cook): it stays just cooked and tender.

Further reading

Discover more protein recipes · weight-loss recipes · cholesterol-friendly recipes · gluten-free recipes · lactose-free recipes.

Foods in this recipe: hake · courgettes · carrots · lemon · olive oil.

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