Lemon Fish

Brighten up your dinner table with this zesty and aromatic Lemon Fish recipe, a quick and healthy choice that's ready in under 30 minutes! Featuring tender white fish fillets like cod, tilapia, or halibut, this dish is infused with the vibrant flavors of fresh lemon, garlic, and parsley. The fillets are brushed with a flavorful marinade of olive oil, lemon zest, garlic, and spices, then baked to flaky perfection under a layer of citrusy lemon slices. A final touch of melted butter and fresh parsley elevates this recipe to restaurant-quality deliciousness. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining, serve this lemon-baked fish alongside steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 fillets White fish fillets (e.g., cod, tilapia, or halibut)
• 2 whole Lemon
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 3

Zest one lemon and set aside the zest. Then slice both lemons into thin rounds.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mince the garlic cloves and mix them with olive oil, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and paprika to create the marinade.

Step 5

Brush the marinade generously over each fish fillet, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 6

Arrange the lemon slices over and around the fish fillets on the baking sheet.

Step 7

Bake the fish in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the flesh flakes easily with a fork.

Step 8

While the fish is baking, finely chop the fresh parsley.

Step 9

Once the fish comes out of the oven, immediately dot each fillet with a small amount of butter and sprinkle on the fresh parsley.

Step 10

Serve warm with a side of your choice, such as steamed vegetables or rice, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(891.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1254.1

Total Fat 72.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 406.0mg	0%
Sodium 2925.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 15.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g	0%
Total Sugars 3.4g
Protein 138.7g	0%

Vitamin D 1365.3IU	0%
Calcium 207.1mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 2348.0mg	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: 51.5%

Protein: 43.8%

Carbs: 4.8%