Roasted Halibut with Grapefruit Fennel Salsa

Elevate your seafood dinner with this Roasted Halibut with Grapefruit Fennel Salsa, a dish that combines tender, flaky halibut fillets with a bright, zesty topping that’s as stunning as it is flavorful. The fish is roasted to perfection with a simple olive oil, salt, and pepper rub, allowing the natural sweetness of the halibut to shine. The real star, however, is the refreshing grapefruit fennel salsa—a medley of ruby red grapefruit segments, crisp fennel, aromatic shallots, and fresh mint, all tossed in a lightly sweet honey-citrus dressing with a hint of red pepper heat. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is both a feast for the senses and a nutritious, elegant option for weeknight meals or special occasions. Serve it as is or with a side of roasted vegetables for a balanced, vibrant dinner that’s sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 ounces each) Halibut fillets
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 large (for segments and juice) Ruby red grapefruit
• 1 medium (thinly sliced) Fennel bulb
• 1 small (finely diced) Shallot
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh mint leaves
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Pat the halibut fillets dry with a paper towel. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil and season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 3

Place the fillets on the prepared baking sheet and roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 4

While the halibut is roasting, prepare the grapefruit fennel salsa. Start by segmenting the grapefruit: Cut off the top and bottom, then slice away the peel and white pith. Hold the grapefruit over a bowl and carefully cut between the membranes to release the segments. Squeeze the remaining juice into a separate small bowl.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the grapefruit segments with the sliced fennel, diced shallot, and chopped mint leaves.

Step 6

To the small bowl of grapefruit juice, whisk in 1 tablespoon of olive oil, honey, red pepper flakes, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Pour this dressing over the grapefruit and fennel mixture and toss gently to combine.

Step 7

Let the salsa sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Once the halibut is done roasting, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes.

Step 9

Plate each fillet and generously spoon the grapefruit fennel salsa over the top.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant, healthy dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1124.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1702.9

Total Fat 46.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 408.2mg	0%
Sodium 2896.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g	0%
Total Sugars 26.9g
Protein 250.3g	0%

Vitamin D 4082.3IU	0%
Calcium 228.8mg	0%
Iron 6.1mg	0%
Potassium 5578.6mg	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: 25.9%

Protein: 62.7%

Carbs: 11.3%