Here’s a vibrant, healthy, and flavor-packed dish: Best Mediterranean Baked Fish — tender white fish fillets baked with tomatoes, olives, garlic, lemon, and herbs. It’s light, fresh, and done in under 30 minutes!
🐟 Best Mediterranean Baked Fish
Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 20 min
🛒 Ingredients
- 4 white fish fillets (e.g., cod, halibut, tilapia, or snapper)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon (zest + juice)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ⅓ cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish. - Season the Fish:
Pat fish dry and place in the dish. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and lemon juice. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, lemon zest, and oregano. - Add Toppings:
Scatter cherry tomatoes, olives, red onion, and garlic over and around the fillets. Drizzle remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over the top. - Bake:
Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes (depending on thickness), or until fish flakes easily with a fork. - Serve:
Garnish with fresh herbs and extra lemon wedges. Serve over rice, couscous, quinoa, or alongside roasted veggies.
📝 Tips & Variations
- Use parchment or foil for easy cleanup and to lock in moisture (optional).
- Add thinly sliced zucchini or bell peppers for extra veggies.
- For a spicier kick, sprinkle with red pepper flakes or add sliced chili.
- Works with frozen fish—just thaw completely and pat dry first.