Easy Pesto Halibut
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and flavorful Easy Pesto Halibut recipe. Perfectly tender halibut fillets are seasoned and coated in a rich basil pesto, then topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for a golden, melty finish. Roasted cherry tomatoes add a burst of sweetness while lemon zest brightens every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this oven-baked dish is as quick as it is delicious, making it ideal for busy evenings or elegant entertaining. Serve alongside steamed veggies, fluffy rice, or a fresh salad for a wholesome, restaurant-worthy meal. With keywords like "easy baked halibut," "pesto fish recipe," and "quick seafood dinner," this recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 6-ounce portions Halibut fillets
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Basil pesto
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Pat the halibut fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Drizzle olive oil evenly over both sides of the halibut fillets and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Spread a generous tablespoon of basil pesto over the top of each halibut fillet, ensuring it coats the surface.
Slice cherry tomatoes in half and scatter them around the halibut fillets on the baking sheet.
Sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the pesto-coated halibut fillets.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the halibut is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 130-135°F (54-57°C) for medium doneness.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the halibut with lemon zest for added brightness.
Optional: Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Serve the pesto halibut immediately with the roasted cherry tomatoes on the side. Pair with steamed veggies, rice, or a light salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2209 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.8 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.9 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 459 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 3713 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.8 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 268.0 g | 536% | |
| Vitamin D | 102.1 mcg | 510% | |
| Calcium | 742 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 5230 mg | 111% | |
*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.
