Description
This Easy Mediterranean Baked Fish recipe features tender white fish fillets baked with aromatic herbs, fresh vegetables, olives, and a drizzle of olive oil, creating a flavorful and healthy dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish
- 2 fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or halibut)
Herbs and Seasonings
- 6 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons parsley, chopped or dried
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables and Extras
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup olives, pitted
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- Olive oil (to drizzle)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the fish evenly.
- Prepare the Fish: Place the fish fillets in a baking dish, ensuring they are spaced evenly for even cooking.
- Add Herbs: Sprinkle the chopped fresh thyme, rosemary, dried oregano, and parsley over the fish fillets to infuse Mediterranean flavors.
- Add Vegetables: Arrange the cherry tomatoes, pitted olives, diced onion, and zucchini around the fish in the baking dish to create a colorful and flavorful bed.
- Season and Oil: Drizzle olive oil over the fish and vegetables, then season with salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with additional parsley if desired, and serve hot for a delightful Mediterranean meal.
Notes
- Choose firm white fish such as cod, tilapia, or halibut for best results.
- Fresh herbs impart the best flavor, but dried herbs can be used if fresh are unavailable.
- Adjust baking time depending on the thickness of the fish fillets.
- Serve with crusty bread or a side of couscous for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
