Sugar-Free Herb-Crusted Baked Fish Fillet

Elevate your dinner routine with this Sugar-Free Herb-Crusted Baked Fish Fillet recipe—a wholesome, flavor-packed dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Featuring fresh herbs like parsley and dill, vibrant lemon zest, and aromatic spices, this recipe delivers a light yet satisfying crust made with whole wheat breadcrumbs and olive oil. Perfect for cod, haddock, or tilapia, these fillets bake to golden perfection in just 20 minutes, locking in moisture and flavor without the need for added sugar. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a zesty finish, and pair with your favorite vegetables or a crisp side salad for a balanced, nutritious meal. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a standout low-carb entrée, this baked fish is the ideal choice for health-conscious foodies.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces fish fillets (such as cod, haddock, or tilapia)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.75 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
• 1 piece lemon, cut into wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, combine the chopped parsley, dill, lemon zest, dried oregano, dried thyme, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Add the olive oil to the herb mixture and stir to make a paste.

Step 4

In another shallow dish, place the whole wheat breadcrumbs.

Step 5

Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel to ensure the herb mixture sticks well.

Step 6

Coat each fish fillet evenly on both sides with the herb paste, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 7

Press each coated fillet into the breadcrumbs, ensuring an even layer of breadcrumbs sticks to both sides.

Step 8

Place the breadcrumb-coated fish fillets onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow the fish to rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve the baked fish fillets with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(564.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	966.8

Total Fat 36.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 200mg	0%
Sodium 2028.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 4.4g
Protein 93.1g	0%

Vitamin D 800IU	0%
Calcium 211.0mg	0%
Iron 7.4mg	0%
Potassium 1639.8mg	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: 34.1%

Protein: 38.3%

Carbs: 27.6%