Sugar-Free Baked Snapper with Lemon and Herbs

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and healthy Sugar-Free Baked Snapper with Lemon and Herbs, a perfect meal for seafood lovers seeking a light yet flavorful dish. Featuring a whole snapper baked to tender perfection, this recipe bursts with freshness thanks to the infusion of zesty lemon, aromatic parsley, thyme, and garlic. A quick marinade of olive oil and herbs pairs beautifully with the naturally delicate flavor of the fish, while a bed of caramelized onions enhances every bite. Simple to prepare in just 15 minutes and oven-baked for ease, this sugar-free recipe is an excellent choice for clean eating and nutritious dining. Serve this oven-baked snapper with a side of roasted vegetables or a crisp salad for an elegant meal that's as wholesome as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 piece whole snapper, cleaned and gutted
• 1 large lemon
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 clove garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium onion, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Rinse the snapper inside and out under cold water, then pat it dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Make three diagonal slashes on each side of the snapper to help it cook evenly.

Step 4

Slice the lemon into thin rounds and set aside.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, chopped parsley, thyme leaves, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Rub half of the olive oil and herb mixture over the outside of the snapper, making sure to get a little into the slashes.

Step 7

Stuff the cavity of the snapper with some of the lemon slices and a few onion slices.

Step 8

Layer the remaining onion slices on the bottom of a baking dish to create a bed for the snapper.

Step 9

Place the snapper on top of the onions, and arrange the remaining lemon slices over the top and inside the slashes of the fish.

Step 10

Drizzle the rest of the olive oil and herb mixture over the snapper.

Step 11

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Step 13

Transfer the snapper to a serving platter and garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.

Step 14

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(266.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	343.5

Total Fat 28.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2339.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g	0%
Total Sugars 8.2g
Protein 3.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 86.9mg	0%
Iron 1.9mg	0%
Potassium 418.1mg	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: 71.1%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 25.6%