Description
This savory Mediterranean baked fish is light, flavorful, and perfect for a quick dinner. Tender white fish is baked with tomatoes, olives, garlic, and herbs for a fresh and vibrant meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound white fish (cod, haddock, or tilapia)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium lemon, sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Arrange the fish fillets in the greased dish and drizzle with the remaining olive oil. Season with salt, black pepper, oregano, and thyme.
- Scatter cherry tomatoes, sliced olives, minced garlic, and red onion evenly over the fish.
- Top with lemon slices and sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired.
- Bake uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Salmon or snapper can be substituted for white fish.
- Sun-dried or diced tomatoes may replace cherry tomatoes.
- Green or black olives can be used instead of Kalamata.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Serve with rice, couscous, or a fresh green salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
