Skillet Roasted Fish Fillets with Green Olive Relish

Transform your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and savory recipe for Skillet Roasted Fish Fillets with Green Olive Relish! Perfectly seared, golden fish fillets take center stage, seasoned with a dash of paprika for depth and paired with a zesty, Mediterranean-inspired green olive relish. This relish blends chopped green olives, fresh parsley, capers, lemon zest, and a hint of garlic, creating a tangy topping that elevates the delicate flavor of firm white fish like cod, halibut, or snapper. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and sophistication, making it ideal for quick meals or elegant entertaining. Serve alongside roasted vegetables, couscous, or crusty bread for a complete and satisfying dinner that's both healthy and flavorful.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 fillets firm white fish fillets (e.g., cod, halibut, or snapper)
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.75 cup green olives, pitted and chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and drained
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
• 1 clove garlic, minced

Directions

Step 1

Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Step 3

Place the fish fillets in the skillet skin-side down (if applicable) and cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes, until the edges are golden and crisp.

Step 4

Carefully flip the fish with a spatula and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side, or until the fish is opaque and cooked through. Remove the fish from the skillet and transfer to a plate. Set aside.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the chopped green olives, parsley, capers, lemon zest, lemon juice, remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, and red chili flakes (if using). Mix well to create the green olive relish.

Step 6

Spoon the green olive relish over the cooked fish fillets.

Step 7

Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, couscous, or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(390.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	839.1

Total Fat 81.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 56.7mg	0%
Sodium 3719.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 16.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 0.7g
Protein 24.9g	0%

Vitamin D 226.8IU	0%
Calcium 181.0mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 490.6mg	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: 81.4%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 7.5%