Citrus Roasted Fish with Capers
Brighten up your dinner table with this Citrus Roasted Fish with Capers—a light, zesty dish that’s as healthy as it is flavorful. Featuring tender white fish fillets like cod, halibut, or snapper, this recipe is brought to life with the fresh, vibrant flavors of lemon and orange zest, juicy citrus slices, and tangy capers. A simple olive oil and garlic marinade infuses the fish with richness, while a pop of fresh parsley adds color and earthy balance. Quick to prep and bake, this oven-roasted dish creates flaky, perfectly seasoned fillets in just 35 minutes. Serve it alongside roasted potatoes or steamed vegetables for an effortless, elegant weeknight meal that feels like dining out. Perfect for lovers of Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, this recipe is gluten-free, packed with protein, and bursting with sunshine in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6-8 oz each) white fish fillets (e.g., cod, halibut, or snapper)
- 1 whole lemon
- 1 whole orange
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 whole zest of lemon
- 1 whole zest of orange
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Zest the lemon and orange, and set the zest aside. Then, slice the lemon and orange into thin rounds.
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, orange zest, salt, and black pepper to create a seasoning mixture.
Drizzle the olive oil mixture evenly over the fish fillets, making sure to coat them well.
Lay the lemon and orange slices on top of the fish fillets, slightly overlapping them to cover the entire surface of each fillet.
Sprinkle the rinsed capers over the fish and citrus slices.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the fish from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes. Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top just before serving.
Serve the Citrus Roasted Fish hot with a side of steamed vegetables or roasted potatoes for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1037 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.9 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 3271 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 123.7 g | 247% | |
| Vitamin D | 30.0 mcg | 150% | |
| Calcium | 264 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2279 mg | 48% | |
*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.
