Description
A simple and elegant whole baked fish recipe infused with lemon, garlic, and herbs. Tender, flaky, and comforting, it’s perfect for a healthy family dinner or a special meal without the fuss.
Ingredients
1 whole fish (about 2 pounds)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lemon, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
Fresh herbs (such as parsley or dill)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Clean and gut the fish if necessary.
- Rub the fish with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the fish with lemon slices, garlic, and fresh herbs.
- Place the fish on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve hot with additional lemon wedges.
Notes
Switch up herbs with rosemary or thyme for variation.
Add chili slices for a hint of heat.
Stuff with olives, fennel, onions, or tomatoes for extra flavor.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheat gently in the oven at 300°F, or enjoy cold in salads.
Wrap in foil instead of parchment to lock in extra moisture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
