Heart-Healthy Baked Halibut with Lemon and Herbs

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Heart-Healthy Baked Halibut with Lemon and Herbs—a simple yet elegant dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Tender halibut fillets are infused with the bright, zesty flavors of freshly squeezed lemon juice, fragrant garlic, and a medley of fresh parsley and dill. Baked to perfection and paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, this low-fat, omega-3-rich recipe makes a fantastic centerpiece for any health-conscious meal. With just 20 minutes of prep and quick oven time, this dish is perfect for busy schedules while keeping your heart in mind. Serve warm, adorned with vibrant lemon slices and tomatoes for a light, flavorful entrée that pairs beautifully with quinoa, roasted veggies, or a crisp green salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 6-ounce pieces Halibut fillets
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 whole Lemon
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley leaves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Rinse the halibut fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Place the halibut fillets in a shallow baking dish.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

Step 5

Squeeze the juice of one lemon into the olive oil mixture, reserving the lemon halves.

Step 6

Pour the olive oil mixture evenly over the halibut fillets.

Step 7

Finely chop the fresh parsley and dill and sprinkle them over the fish.

Step 8

Slice the reserved lemon halves into thin slices and arrange them over the halibut.

Step 9

Scatter the cherry tomatoes around the fillets in the baking dish.

Step 10

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to keep the fish moist during cooking.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the halibut flakes easily with a fork.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and allow it to rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 13

Serve the baked halibut warm, adorned with cooked lemon slices and cherry tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(942.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1582.1

Total Fat 45.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 408.2mg	0%
Sodium 2787.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 15.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.3g	0%
Total Sugars 5.5g
Protein 248.0g	0%

Vitamin D 4082.3IU	0%
Calcium 132.8mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 4853.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.0%

Protein: 67.7%

Carbs: 4.3%