Bonefish Grill Helps Guests Eat Well and Live Well in 2011 With Tantalizing Guilt-Free Indulgences

Winner of 'Top Healthy Options' from ZAGAT, the 'Fresh Fish Experts' Celebrate a Commitment to Health in the New Year

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Jan 18, 2011, 09:03 ET

TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently awarded 'Best Seafood' and 'Top Healthy Options' in the 2010 ZAGAT Survey of National Restaurants, the fresh fish experts at Bonefish Grill offer delicious market-fresh, nutrient-rich seafood options. From signature menu offerings, such as Grouper and Snake River Rainbow Trout, to a Skinny Rita-Tini cocktail from its 'big-city bar', Bonefish Grill is making it possible for guests to eat well, live well and be well in 2011 simply by enjoying a dinner out with friends or family any night of the week.

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Nutritionists and experts suggest that maintaining a healthy lifestyle includes eating nutrient-packed fish and seafood, such as Bonefish Grill's Norwegian Salmon and other market-fresh options, multiple times per week due to its high concentration of important vitamins, minerals and proteins. Additionally, seafood and fish species are great sources of Omega-3 fatty acids, which are linked to improved cardiovascular health, good cholesterol, and lower blood pressure.(1, 2) A number of Bonefish Grill's fish and seafood entrees are wood-grilled and can be served "clean and pristine" with fresh lemon or one of the restaurant's four signature side sauces. Among the four selections are Chimichurri Sauce, made with antioxidant-rich olive oil, and Warm Mango Salsa, a delicious blend of fresh, vitamin-rich mangos with zesty red pepper and garlic (recipe below).

"At Bonefish Grill, we celebrate our commitment to a health-conscious menu that helps our guests eat well and live better. Any night of the week, our guests can enjoy the perennial benefits of fish served exactly how they want with one of our unique signature sauces or with a hint of fresh lemon," said Tim Curci, Bonefish Grill Founder and Senior Vice President of Menu Development and Innovation. "We are delighted to offer an award-winning menu filled with healthy options that not only taste great, but are also great for you."

Bonefish Grill's 'big-city bar' is also raising a glass to healthy living in the new year with the new Skinny Rita-Tini – a refreshing cocktail made with Sauza "Hornitos" tequila, fresh lime and agave nectar. Derived from the agave plant, agave nectar is a natural sweetener with a lower glycemic index than many artificial, processed sweeteners and is an ideal option for guests monitoring their sugar intake as part of a healthy diet and lifestyle.(3) The use of innovative and better-for-you ingredients, such as agave nectar combined with freshly squeezed juices and house-made mixes, is core to Bonefish Grill's ongoing pursuit to shake things up and offer guests an exciting big-city bar experience in every backyard (recipe below).

The menu also includes crisp salads, non-seafood alternatives, gluten-free options and signature items like Bonefish Grill's Baja Fish Tacos, a great handheld item topped with the Warm Mango Salsa, and Ahi Tuna Sashimi, served "sesame-seared" with wasabi and pickled ginger. With an unmistakable, melt-in-your-mouth flavor, the Ahi Tuna Sashimi is a great high-protein fish that's packed with heart-healthy Omega-3 fatty acids, and is just one of several Bonefish Grill offerings that are smart options for guests striving to eat well to be well in 2011.(2)

BONEFISH GRILL RECIPES

Warm Mango Salsa
Makes 5 to 6 Servings

Ingredients:

Firm, fresh mangos	2 each or 2 1/2 cups
Fresh red pepper, diced	2 tbsp
Fresh garlic, chopped	1 tbsp
Red onion, diced	1/4 cup
Olive oil	1 tbsp
Crushed red pepper flakes	1/4 tsp
Light corn syrup	3 tbsp
Granulated sugar	1 tbsp
Scallions, chopped	2 each or 2 tbsp
Cilantro, chopped	1/4 cup

Procedure:
Peel, seed and dice mango. Place 2 cups of mango into a large bowl with garlic and red pepper–reserve 1/2 cup of mango. Place reserved mango in blender and puree until smooth. Combine with diced mango, garlic, and red pepper.

Heat olive oil in small saute pan – add red onions and cook until tender (about 2 to 3 minutes). Place on paper towel to absorb any excess oil. Combine with all remaining ingredients and add to bowl with mango. Mix well.

Pour into a small saute pan and heat for 1 to 2 minutes – until warmed. Remove from heat and stir in scallions and cilantro.

Serve immediately over fish.

Note:
-- Red onions can be substituted with yellow onions.


Skinny Rita-Tini
Makes 1 Cocktail

Ingredients:

Your favorite tequila	2 oz
Organic Agave Nectar	.75 oz
Fresh Lime juice	1.5-2 oz

Procedure:
Combine all ingredients in a shaker tin and shake vigorously. Then strain into martini glass. Salt rim of martini glass as preferred.
Note: -- "Gold" or "Resposado" Tequila is preferred over silver for a bolder, stronger flavor, but use "Silver" or "Plata" for those that want a lighter tequila flavor. -- Add more lime juice for a tarter flavor or more agave nectar for a sweeter flavor.

About Bonefish Grill

As the "Fresh Fish Experts," Bonefish Grill specializes in market-fresh fish and other wood-grilled specialties. Knowledgeable and attentive Bonefish Grill Anglers (our service staff) provide the best in what we like to call "chef's coat service." Our Anglers pride themselves on guiding our guests' journey through our innovative, seasonal menu and specials, which feature only the highest-quality, freshest ingredients, including traditional and unique varieties of fish and seafood as well as numerous non-seafood items. We combine this with a big city bar that offers bar fresh cocktails and an affordable, interesting wine list.

Recently named "Best Seafood" and "Top Service" category winner in the 2010 ZAGAT Survey of National Chain Restaurants and "Best Seafood Restaurant in the Nation" by a leading consumer product guide, Bonefish Grill has locations across the country and prides itself on the local feel of each restaurant. For more information on Bonefish Grill, visit www.bonefishgrill.com, facebook.com/BonefishGrill or follow us on Twitter via @bonefishgrill.

(1) American Dietetic Association, www.eatright.org

(2) American Heart Association, www.heart.org

(3) American Diabetes Association, www.diabetes.org

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