Heart-Healthy Lemon Herb Baked Seabass Fillet

Delight your taste buds with our Heart-Healthy Lemon Herb Baked Seabass Fillet, a wholesome meal packed with flavor and nutrition. This easy-to-make recipe features tender seabass fillets brushed with a zesty marinade of lemon zest, garlic, fresh parsley, and thyme, enhanced by the richness of extra-virgin olive oil. Oven-baked to perfection, the fillets are topped with slices of lemon for a tangy kick and paired with lightly sautéed baby spinach for a nutrient-rich side. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for those seeking a quick, low-fat dinner that’s high in omega-3s and bursting with freshness. A perfect go-to for maintaining a healthy lifestyle without compromising on flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces seabass fillets
• 1 medium lemon
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 100 grams baby spinach

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

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

Step 3

Zest the lemon and set aside the zest. Cut the lemon into thin slices.

Step 4

Mince the garlic cloves finely.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, chopped fresh thyme, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir in extra-virgin olive oil to form a marinade.

Step 6

Place the seabass fillets on a lined baking sheet, skin side down.

Step 7

Brush the marinade generously over each fillet, ensuring even coverage.

Step 8

Place lemon slices on top of each fillet.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Step 10

While the seabass is baking, lightly sauté the baby spinach in a pan until just wilted, for approximately 2-3 minutes.

Step 11

Serve the baked seabass fillets with a side of sautéed spinach for a complete heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(403.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	541.4

Total Fat 36.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 120mg	0%
Sodium 1360.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 11.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.7g	0%
Total Sugars 1.6g
Protein 43.9g	0%

Vitamin D 800IU	0%
Calcium 159.4mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 939.7mg	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: 59.5%

Protein: 32.0%

Carbs: 8.6%