Description
This incredible Mediterranean Baked Fish recipe combines tender fish fillets with a flavorful array of vegetables and herbs, baked to perfection. A vibrant and aromatic dish that is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Fish:
- 4 whole fish fillets (such as snapper or cod)
Vegetables:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 onion (sliced)
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 zucchini (sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Season the Fish: Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the bell pepper and zucchini, cooking until just tender. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Arrange Ingredients: Spread the sautéed vegetables evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Place the seasoned fish fillets on top of the vegetables.
- Add Tomatoes and Herbs: Scatter the cherry tomatoes, parsley, and dill over the fish fillets. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle the lemon zest on top for added flavor.
- Cover and Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 20 minutes.
- Uncover and Finish Cooking: After 20 minutes, remove the foil and continue to bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes. Garnish with extra herbs and lemon wedges.
- Enjoy: Serve this Mediterranean Baked Fish warm, accompanied by a side of crusty bread or a simple salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
