Sassy Spicy Foil Baked Fish for One
Elevate your solo dinner game with "Sassy Spicy Foil Baked Fish for One," a vibrant, flavor-packed recipe that's as effortless as it is delicious. This customizable dish features a tender white fish fillet infused with a bold spice marinade of paprika, cayenne, cumin, lime juice, and garlic, delivering just the right amount of heat and zest. Topped with fresh cilantro, juicy cherry tomatoes, and sweet red onion, this foil-packet method locks in moisture and flavor while ensuring a mess-free cooking experience. Perfect for busy weeknights or a quick yet satisfying meal, this single-serving baked fish recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and can be easily adapted to your taste preferences. Healthy, fuss-free, and bursting with personality, it's a must-try for lovers of bold and spicy flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 oz White fish fillet (e.g., cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Lime juice
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 0.25 tsp Cayenne pepper
- 0.25 tsp Ground cumin
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 5 Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp Red onion, thinly sliced
- 12x12 inches Foil sheet (heavy-duty or double-layered)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place the foil sheet on a flat surface and lightly grease the center with a small amount of olive oil to prevent sticking.
Lay the fish fillet in the center of the foil.
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to form a spice marinade.
Brush or spoon the marinade evenly over both sides of the fish fillet.
Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the fish.
Arrange the cherry tomato halves and red onion slices around and slightly on top of the fish.
Fold the foil over the fish to create a sealed packet, ensuring the edges are tightly crimped to prevent any steam from escaping during baking.
Place the foil packet on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish fillet. The fish should be opaque and flaky.
Carefully open the foil packet (beware of the hot steam) and transfer the fish along with the vegetables to a plate. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
579 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.6 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 85 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 740 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.9 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.8 g | ||
| Protein | 44.5 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.5 mcg | 43% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 2490 mg | 53% | |
*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.
