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Simple Baked Fish Dinner

A quick and healthy baked fish dinner featuring tender white fish fillets, lemon, olive oil, baby potatoes, and cherry tomatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Fish

  • 4 fillets fresh white fish (cod or tilapia) Alternatives include salmon, haddock, or sole.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Extra for drizzling.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or thyme), chopped finely Dried herbs can be used, reduce quantity to one-third.
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 2 cups baby potatoes or asparagus Parboil baby potatoes for 5 minutes before baking.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes Optional: Add a sprinkle of brown sugar for sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons butter Optional for finishing.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Wash and cut the baby potatoes in half, or prepare asparagus by trimming the ends.

Mixing the Marinade

  • In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and chopped fresh herbs. Season with salt and pepper.

Coating the Fish

  • Place the fish fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush or spoon the marinade over the fish.
  • Let the marinated fish sit for about 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Add Vegetables

  • Arrange the baby potatoes or asparagus and cherry tomatoes around the fish on the baking sheet. Drizzle with more olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Baking

  • Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the veggies are tender.
  • For a golden crust, broil on high for the last 2 minutes of cooking.

Finishing Touches

  • Remove the fish from the oven and add a pat of butter on top of each fillet while it's still hot.
  • Garnish with extra fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon before serving.

Notes

This recipe can be customized with various fresh herbs and vegetables. Ensure to adjust cooking times based on the thickness of the fish fillets.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g
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