Sea Bass with Pesto
Transform your dinner table into a gourmet experience with this succulent Sea Bass with Pesto recipe, a perfect harmony of fresh flavors and elegant simplicity. Delicate, flaky sea bass fillets are generously coated in a vibrant homemade basil pesto, made with fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of garlic, creating a rich and herbaceous topping. Roasted alongside juicy cherry tomatoes and a touch of butter, this dish is baked to perfection in just 20 minutes, delivering a quick yet impressive meal that’s ideal for weeknights or special occasions. With minimal prep time and a wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired ingredient list, this recipe is a show-stopper that pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad or roasted vegetables. Perfectly balanced, easy to make, and packed with flavor, Sea Bass with Pesto is sure to become a favorite in your seafood repertoire.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Sea bass fillets
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cups Pine nuts
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 cups Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon Butter
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Rinse the sea bass fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Step 3
To make the pesto, add the fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic cloves, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to a food processor.
Step 4
Blend the ingredients while slowly drizzling in the olive oil until a smooth pesto forms. Set aside.
Step 5
Place the sea bass fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread 1 to 2 tablespoons of pesto over each fillet, ensuring a generous coating.
Step 6
Add cherry tomatoes around the sea bass on the baking sheet and dot them with a tablespoon of butter.
Step 7
Bake the fillets and tomatoes in the oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Step 8
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the fish rest for 2 minutes.
Step 9
Serve the sea bass warm with the roasted cherry tomatoes, and garnish with additional pesto if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (808.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2049.7 |
| Total Fat 177.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 37.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 22.5g | |
| Cholesterol 264.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3399.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 15.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.6g | |
| Protein 104.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1282.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 575.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2260.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories