Steamed Fish with Mashed Potatoes and Spinach – SIBO-Friendly

A soft and comforting dish, ideal for a light and nutritious meal that is gentle on digestion for people managing SIBO.

a woman is putting food in an oven
a woman is putting food in an oven

A soft and comforting dish, ideal for a light and nutritious meal that is gentle on digestion for people managing SIBO.

Ingredients

  • Fish fillets suitable for steaming (such as hake or tilapia)

  • Potatoes for making mashed potatoes (without dairy)

  • Fresh spinach

  • Olive oil

Instructions

  1. Steam the fish until it is tender and juicy.

  2. Prepare the mashed potatoes using potatoes and a little olive oil, without dairy.

  3. Sauté the fresh spinach with a touch of olive oil until tender.

  4. Serve the steamed fish together with the mashed potatoes and sautéed spinach.

About This Recipe

This dish combines lightly steamed fish with simple, easily digestible sides. The mashed potatoes are made without dairy to make the meal more stomach-friendly, and the sautéed spinach adds gentle vegetables without heavy fibers that can trigger symptoms.

The focus is on simple ingredients and gentle cooking methods that reduce the likelihood of fermentable carbohydrates causing digestive discomfort — a useful approach if you’re managing SIBO while still wanting balanced nutrition.