Mediterranean Diet Baked Halibut with Lemon and Herbs
Elevate your dinner table with this Mediterranean Diet Baked Halibut with Lemon and Herbs — a light, flavorful, and nutrient-packed recipe that's perfect for seafood lovers. Featuring tender halibut fillets baked to perfection and infused with a fragrant blend of fresh parsley, dill, garlic, and zesty lemon, this dish captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. A vibrant medley of cherry tomatoes and kalamata olives adds a burst of color and tangy-sweet flavor, making this dish as beautiful as it is delicious. With just 10 minutes of prep time and effortless baking, this healthy, heart-friendly recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings. Serve it warm and pair with a side of grilled vegetables or quinoa for a wholesome and satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 6 oz each) halibut fillets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large lemon
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh dill
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup, pitted and halved kalamata olives
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Rinse the halibut fillets under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Zest the lemon and set the zest aside. Slice the lemon thinly for later use.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon zest, chopped parsley, chopped dill, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Arrange the halibut fillets in a single layer in a baking dish.
Drizzle the olive oil and herb mixture over the fillets, making sure each piece is well coated.
Tuck the lemon slices beneath the edges of each fillet.
Scatter the cherry tomato halves and kalamata olives around the fish in the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the halibut is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm, garnished with additional fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2007 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 89.7 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.8 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 408 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 4213 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 247.9 g | 496% | |
| Vitamin D | 102.1 mcg | 510% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 4851 mg | 103% | |
*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.
