Marinated Halibut with Cilantro Lime Butter Sauce

Elevate your seafood dining experience with this exquisite Marinated Halibut with Cilantro Lime Butter Sauce, a perfect blend of vibrant flavors and tender textures. This recipe starts with halibut fillets marinated in a tantalizing mixture of olive oil, garlic, lime juice, cumin, and spices, infusing the fish with zesty, aromatic notes. After a quick oven bake for optimal flakiness, the dish is crowned with a rich, silky cilantro lime butter sauce, featuring the tangy brightness of fresh lime and a hint of sweetness from honey. The combination of bold, citrusy zest and buttery smoothness makes this dish a showstopper, ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it alongside rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal at home. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious, ready in just 35 minutes!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 ounces each) Halibut fillets
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Lime zest
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.25 cup Chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 whole lime, cut into wedges Lime wedges (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, lime zest, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.

Step 2

Place the halibut fillets in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag, and pour the marinade over the fish. Ensure each piece is evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 4

Remove the halibut from the marinade and place the fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Discard any leftover marinade.

Step 5

Bake the halibut for 12-15 minutes (depending on the thickness of the fillets), or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 6

While the halibut is baking, prepare the cilantro lime butter sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 7

Once the butter is melted, stir in the chicken or vegetable stock, chopped cilantro, honey, and a splash of lime juice. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 8

Remove the fish from the oven and transfer to serving plates.

Step 9

Drizzle the cilantro lime butter sauce over the baked halibut and garnish with lime wedges.

Step 10

Serve hot, alongside rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(979.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2128.5

Total Fat 107.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 532.2mg	0%
Sodium 3002.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 8.2g
Protein 247.1g	0%

Vitamin D 4082.3IU	0%
Calcium 142.2mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 4487.9mg	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: 47.5%

Protein: 48.4%

Carbs: 4.0%