Whole30 Herb-Crusted Baked Fish
Elevate your clean-eating game with this Whole30 Herb-Crusted Baked Fish recipe—a perfect blend of fresh herbs, zesty citrus, and a hint of spice. Tender white fish fillets, like cod or halibut, are coated in a flavorful crust made from parsley, dill, and basil mixed with almond flour, lemon juice, and aromatic garlic, all tied together with warming hints of cayenne and black pepper. Baked to golden perfection in just 20 minutes, this protein-packed dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also brimming with wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Whether you're following the Whole30 program or just looking for a healthy, quick dinner, serve this herbaceous masterpiece with a side of steamed veggies or a vibrant salad for a delightfully balanced meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces white fish fillets (such as cod or halibut)
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup fresh dill
- 0.25 cup fresh basil
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Finely chop the fresh parsley, dill, and basil, then place them in a medium-sized bowl.
Add the almond flour, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, minced garlic, black pepper, sea salt, and cayenne pepper to the bowl with the herbs. Mix well to combine all the ingredients into a cohesive herb mixture.
Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Spread a generous amount of the herb mixture over each side of the fish fillets, pressing it down gently to ensure it adheres well.
Place the herb-crusted fish fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the fish in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the fish is golden and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove from the oven and allow to rest for a minute before serving.
Serve the fish with a side of your choice, such as steamed vegetables or a salad, for a complete Whole30 meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
991 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.6 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 1431 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.8 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 100.6 g | 201% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.0 mcg | 100% | |
| Calcium | 280 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1644 mg | 35% | |
*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.
