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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon olive oil ( divided, plus more for drizzling)
- 1 small yellow summer squash (cut into ¼-inch dice)
- 1 small green summer squash (cut into ¼-inch dice)
- 3 (3 x 1-inch) strips jarred, roasted red pepper (cut into ¼-inch dice)
- 1 pinch each kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper (as needed)
- 1 brined halibut fillet )about 7 x 3½-inches, cut in half lengthwise) *see note
- 10 very thin slices prosciutto
- 2 tablespoon crème fraîche
- 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, divided
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 292g | |
| Calories 412 | |
| Calories from Fat 294 | 71% |
| Total Fat 33.62g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat 9.7g | 39% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 174mg | 7% |
| Potassium 634mg | 18% |
| Total Carbs 28.25g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.9g | 10% |
| Sugars 24.59g | 16% |
| Protein 3.23g | 5% |
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