Lemon and Parsley Whole Baked Fish
Elevate your seafood dinner with this Lemon and Parsley Whole Baked Fish, a show-stopping yet surprisingly simple recipe that’s bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors. Perfect for sea bass, snapper, or trout, this dish pairs the fresh zest of lemons with aromatic parsley, garlic, and a splash of white wine for a moist and flaky result. The fish is stuffed with citrus and herbs, then oven-roasted to perfection, ensuring every bite is infused with bold, bright flavors. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, it’s a hassle-free way to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal at home. Serve this elegant whole baked fish alongside roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a nourishing and impressive main course that’s as healthy as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pieces (about 1.5 pounds) whole fish (such as sea bass, snapper, or trout)
- 2 pieces lemons
- 1 bunch fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cups white wine
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Clean and pat the whole fish dry with paper towels. Ensure it is gutted and scaled.
Season the inside of the fish with ½ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper.
Slice one lemon into thin rounds and reserve the second lemon for juicing.
Stuff the cavity of the fish with the lemon slices, a handful of fresh parsley sprigs, and two garlic cloves (smashed).
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the fish, rubbing it all over the skin. Season the outside with the remaining ½ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper.
Place the fish on the prepared baking tray, and pour the white wine around the fish.
Thinly slice the remaining garlic clove and sprinkle it over the top of the fish.
Bake the fish in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork (cooking time may vary based on the fish size).
Remove from the oven and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fish. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1073 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.8 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 212 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 2613 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 93.3 g | 187% | |
| Vitamin D | 30.2 mcg | 151% | |
| Calcium | 169 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1800 mg | 38% | |
*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.
