Name: The Best Mediterranean Baked Fish! Easy Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 4 medium fillets White Fish (Cod, Halibut, or Sea Bass); 1 lemon, sliced thinly; 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped; 3 tablespoons Olive Oil; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved; 1 piece Bell Pepper, thinly sliced; 1 piece Zucchini, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano; 1 teaspoon Paprika; Salt and Black Pepper to taste

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Introduction

This Mediterranean Baked Fish recipe is a vibrant, healthy dish that comes together with fresh vegetables and tender white fish fillets. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner packed with flavor.

Three grilled white fish fillets with golden brown char marks lie side by side in a white deep dish. Each fillet is topped with small red tomato pieces and sprinkled with finely chopped green herbs. Around the fish are bright orange and yellow cherry tomatoes, some whole and some slightly softened. A yellow lemon wedge is placed near the fillets, and the fillets sit in a light orange sauce with oil glistening across the surface. The dish rests on a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 medium fillets white fish (Cod, Halibut, or Sea Bass)
1 lemon, sliced thinly
0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 zucchini, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with about 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Step 2: Arrange the cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, and zucchini evenly in the baking dish.
Step 3: Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the vegetables, then add minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to coat.
Step 4: Place the white fish fillets on top of the seasoned vegetables.
Step 5: Lay a few thin slices of lemon atop each fish fillet.
Step 6: Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Step 7: (Optional) Remove the foil and broil for 5-10 minutes to get a crispy top.
Step 8: Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving for a burst of freshness.

Tips & Variations

Add olives to the vegetables for extra Mediterranean flair and a salty punch.
Try different white fish such as snapper or tilapia for variety.
If you prefer a spicy kick, sprinkle some crushed red pepper flakes over the veggies before baking.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in an oven or microwave to retain moisture and flavor. Avoid overcooking when reheating to keep the fish tender.

How to Serve

Two pieces of cooked salmon fillets with golden-brown seared tops sit in a shallow pool of orange-tinted sauce on a white bowl. Each fillet is topped with chopped green herbs and small colorful cherry tomato halves in red and yellow. Around the salmon are whole cherry tomatoes and several bright yellow lemon wedges placed at the edges. The sauce glistens, and the texture of the salmon shows fine grill marks and moist flakiness. The background is a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen fish fillets for this recipe?

Yes, you can use frozen fish fillets but make sure to thaw them completely and pat dry before cooking to ensure even baking and prevent excess moisture.

What vegetables work best with this dish?

The recipe uses cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, and zucchini, which all roast nicely together. You can also add sliced eggplant or olives for extra Mediterranean flavors.