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Mediterranean Baked Fish Recipe

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This Mediterranean Baked Fish recipe is a quick and healthy dish featuring tender white fish fillets baked with a colorful medley of bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and aromatic Mediterranean spices. Ready in just 30 minutes, it offers a vibrant and flavorful pescetarian dinner perfect for weeknights.

Ingredients

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Fish

  • 4 white fish fillets (cod, halibut, mahi mahi, or sea bass)

Vegetables and Marinade

  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 zucchini, halved and sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with oil or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Marinate Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the sliced red and yellow bell peppers, thinly sliced red onion, halved and sliced zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and minced garlic. Toss everything together with olive oil, dried oregano, ground coriander, sweet paprika, salt, and pepper until the vegetables are well coated.
  3. Assemble Dish: Spread the marinated vegetables evenly in the prepared baking dish. Lay the white fish fillets gently on top of the vegetables. Drizzle additional olive oil over the fish, season with salt and pepper, and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fillets to add brightness and flavor.
  4. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the fish is opaque throughout and flakes easily with a fork. The vegetables will be tender and aromatic.
  5. Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve the baked fish warm along with lemon wedges for extra zest.

Notes

  • Avoid overcooking fish by checking for doneness a few minutes early to maintain moisture and tenderness.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan; spread vegetables evenly to ensure even cooking.
  • Add olives or capers to the vegetables for a briny Mediterranean twist.
  • Use any firm white fish such as cod, mahi mahi, halibut, or grouper for best results.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently to preserve texture.

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