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Easy Mediterranean Baked Fish

Easy Mediterranean Baked Fish for a Flavor-Packed Dinner

Enjoy Easy Mediterranean Baked Fish, a quick and healthy dinner option bursting with flavors and fresh ingredients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 1 pound fresh fish fillets (e.g., cod or tilapia)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil
For the Herb Mixture
  • 1/4 cup fresh herbs (e.g., parsley, dill) Dried herbs can be used in smaller amounts
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced or whole cloves
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce Can be swapped with honey and red pepper flakes
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes Diced regular tomatoes can be a substitute
  • 1/2 cup olives (Kalamata or green) Omit for milder flavor
  • 1 medium onion Shallots can be used for a delicate flavor
  • 1 medium zucchini Can substitute with bell peppers

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Oven
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Drizzle olive oil in a medium-sized baking dish and swirl to coat the bottom.
  3. Place fresh fish fillets in the dish and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Spread minced garlic over the fish and drizzle with sweet chili sauce.
  5. Layer fresh herbs generously over the fish.
  6. Surround the fish with cherry tomatoes, olives, onion, and zucchini.
  7. Drizzle vegetables with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. For long-term storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.

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