Description
Baked Halibut is a light and flavorful seafood dish featuring tender, flaky fish seasoned simply and baked to perfection, highlighting its natural richness with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 4 halibut fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Pat the halibut fillets dry with paper towels and place them in the prepared baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix the olive oil (or melted butter), lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Spoon or brush the mixture evenly over the fillets.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately with lemon slices on the side.
Notes
Sprinkle breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese for a crunchy topping.Add sliced cherry tomatoes and olives for a Mediterranean twist.Drizzle with honey mustard glaze for a sweet and tangy variation.Use fresh dill or thyme for a different herb profile.Bake with asparagus or green beans for an easy one-pan meal.Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 8–10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
