Description
Light and flavorful baked Mediterranean fish with juicy tomatoes, zesty lemon, and aromatic herbs. A quick, healthy, and elegant one-pan dish perfect for weeknights or entertaining.
Ingredients
- 4 white fish fillets (cod, haddock, halibut, or sea bass)
- 1 cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat fish fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Arrange fish in a lightly oiled baking dish.
- Scatter halved tomatoes around the fish.
- Place lemon slices over fish and squeeze juice from remaining slices over the dish.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, and oregano. Drizzle over fish and tomatoes.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley or basil before serving.
Notes
Swap white fish for salmon or trout for a richer flavor.Add olives or capers for a briny kick.Include red onion, zucchini, or asparagus for more vegetables.Drizzle with white wine before baking for extra depth.Wrap ingredients in foil for easy cleanup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with vegetables
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
