Description
A soul-warming dish inspired by coastal kitchens, Mediterranean Baked Fish is light, vibrant, and packed with fresh flavor. Perfect for weeknights or entertaining.
Ingredients
- 4 white fish fillets (cod, haddock, sea bass)
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 zucchini, thinly sliced
- 1 large tomato, sliced into rounds
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, sliced (plus juice of another half)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, toss red onion, bell pepper, zucchini, tomato, garlic, olive oil, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread in a baking dish.
- Pat fish fillets dry and lay them over the veggies. Squeeze half a lemon over the fish and place lemon slices on top. Drizzle with a little more olive oil and a final pinch of salt.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm. Pairs well with salad, pasta, or flatbread.
Notes
Choose mild white fish like cod or haddock. Slice vegetables evenly to ensure uniform cooking. Don’t overcook the fish—check it at 18 minutes for doneness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mediterranean