Baked Fish with Steamed Butternut Squash

INGREDIENTS

• For the Fish:
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 pound wild caught fish (striped bass, hake, haddock, cod, etc.)
• 2 teaspoons freshly chopped thyme
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• For the Squash:
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin coconut oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cups carrots peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 3 cups butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tbsp coconut butter
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350ºF. Generously coat the fish with the olive oil. Combine the thyme, salt, pepper, and paprika, and then rub generously over the fish. Place the fish in a single layer in a baking dish. Place dish on middle rack in the oven; and bake until cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.

2. In a large pot, melt the coconut oil, then sauté the onion just until soft, about 2-3 minutes. Add the carrots and squash plus ½ cup water. Steam the squash and carrots until tender. Place the steamed vegetables in a food processor and pulse to break down, then add the coconut butter and apple cider vinegar. Then puree until the consistency of mashed potatoes.

3. Serve the fish over a good sized portion of the squash puree.