Sugar-Free Baked Snapper with Lemon and Herbs
Delight in the fresh, vibrant flavors of **Sugar-Free Baked Snapper with Lemon and Herbs**, a healthy and satisfying main dish that's perfect for any occasion. This simple yet elegant recipe features a whole snapper rubbed with a fragrant blend of olive oil, garlic, parsley, and thyme, ensuring every bite is infused with herby goodness. Stuffed with lemon slices and onions and baked to perfection, the fish becomes tender, flaky, and infused with citrusy brightness. It's sugar-free, naturally gluten-free, and ready in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious eaters seeking a flavorful, wholesome meal. Pair this dish with a light green salad or roasted vegetables for a complete and nourishing dinner that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Keywords: sugar-free baked snapper, lemon and herbs fish recipe, healthy seafood dinner, easy baked snapper.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece whole snapper, cleaned and gutted
- 1 large lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 clove garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium onion, sliced
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Rinse the snapper inside and out under cold water, then pat it dry with paper towels.
Make three diagonal slashes on each side of the snapper to help it cook evenly.
Slice the lemon into thin rounds and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, chopped parsley, thyme leaves, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper.
Rub half of the olive oil and herb mixture over the outside of the snapper, making sure to get a little into the slashes.
Stuff the cavity of the snapper with some of the lemon slices and a few onion slices.
Layer the remaining onion slices on the bottom of a baking dish to create a bed for the snapper.
Place the snapper on top of the onions, and arrange the remaining lemon slices over the top and inside the slashes of the fish.
Drizzle the rest of the olive oil and herb mixture over the snapper.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Transfer the snapper to a serving platter and garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
344 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.5 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2340 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 87 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 418 mg | 9% | |
*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.
