Pesto Grouper

Elevate your seafood dinner with this vibrant and flavorful Pesto Grouper recipe, a perfect harmony of flaky, oven-baked grouper fillets and rich, homemade basil pesto. In just 35 minutes, you’ll transform simple ingredients like fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and pine nuts into a silky pesto that pairs beautifully with tender, delicately seasoned grouper. Topped with optional roasted cherry tomatoes for a pop of color and sweetness, this dish strikes the perfect balance of freshness and indulgence. Ideal for weeknight meals or special occasions, Pesto Grouper is a quick, nutritious, and elegant way to savor the flavors of the sea.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces grouper fillets
• 2 cups basil leaves
• 0.5 cups parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.25 cups pine nuts
• 2 pieces garlic cloves
• 0.5 cups extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, optional
• 1 sheet parchment paper or aluminum foil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a food processor or blender, combine the basil leaves, grated parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic cloves, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

While processing, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until a smooth pesto sauce forms. Set aside.

Step 4

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Lightly grease the surface with a small amount of olive oil.

Step 5

Pat the grouper fillets dry with paper towels and season them lightly with a pinch of salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 6

Place the fillets on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.

Step 7

Spread a generous amount of the prepared pesto sauce over the top of each fillet, making sure to coat evenly.

Step 8

Optional: Scatter cherry tomatoes around the fillets on the baking sheet for added color and flavor.

Step 9

Bake the fillets in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 10

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the fish to rest for 2-3 minutes.

Step 11

Serve the pesto grouper fillets warm, optionally garnished with additional fresh basil leaves or a squeeze of lemon.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1339.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2608.8

Total Fat 167.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.5g
Cholesterol 392.4mg	0%
Sodium 3557.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 14.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 5.5g
Protein 256.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 759.0mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 4825.5mg	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: 58.1%

Protein: 39.6%

Carbs: 2.3%