Low Fat Baked Snapper with Lemon and Herbs

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Low Fat Baked Snapper with Lemon and Herbs, a healthy and flavorful seafood dish that's as easy to prepare as it is delicious. This recipe brings together tender snapper fillets, a zesty touch of fresh lemon, and a vibrant blend of parsley, thyme, and garlic, creating a light yet satisfying main course. Brushed with a fragrant olive oil marinade and baked to perfection, the fish is moist, flaky, and bursting with citrus-herb goodness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this heart-healthy, low-fat recipe is perfect for anyone seeking a nutritious, gluten-free, and low-calorie dinner that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Serve it alongside steamed vegetables or a crisp green salad for a restaurant-worthy meal that’s ideal for special occasions or simple weeknight suppers!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces snapper fillets
• 1 whole lemon
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

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

Step 3

Juice half of the lemon and slice the other half into thin rounds.

Step 4

Chop the fresh parsley and thyme finely. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice, olive oil, chopped parsley, chopped thyme, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Place the snapper fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a non-stick baking mat.

Step 7

Brush the lemon-herb mixture evenly over both fillets, ensuring they are well-coated.

Step 8

Place the lemon slices on top of each fillet.

Step 9

Cover the baking sheet with aluminum foil to keep the fillets moist during baking.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the snapper is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 11

Once cooked, remove the snapper from the oven and carefully remove the foil.

Step 12

Serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(290.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	413.4

Total Fat 19.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 110mg	0%
Sodium 1308.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 8.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g	0%
Total Sugars 1.6g
Protein 54.4g	0%

Vitamin D 400IU	0%
Calcium 85.5mg	0%
Iron 1.8mg	0%
Potassium 939.8mg	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: 41.4%

Protein: 50.8%

Carbs: 7.8%