Mediterranean Baked Fish
Mediterranean Baked Fish is a deliciously vibrant dish that brings the warm, aromatic flavors of the Mediterranean right to your table. This recipe features tender fish fillets baked with a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, all enhanced by zesty lemon and fragrant herbs. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this easy-to-make dish is both nutritious and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 whole fish fillets (such as snapper or cod)
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Pat the fish fillets dry, then season both sides with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté sliced onions until translucent, then add bell pepper and zucchini; cook until tender. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
- Spread sautéed vegetables in the baking dish and place seasoned fish on top.
- Scatter cherry tomatoes, parsley, and dill over the fish, drizzle with lemon juice, and sprinkle lemon zest.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until fish flakes easily.
- Let cool for a few minutes before garnishing with extra herbs and lemon wedges.
- Serve warm with crusty bread or a simple salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg