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Herby Baked Fish with Green Olives

Herby Baked Fish with Green Olives
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Herby Baked Fish with Green Olives is a quick, healthy Mediterranean dish featuring tender white fish fillets baked with fragrant herbs, tangy green olives, garlic, and fresh lemon. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner packed with bold flavors and minimal ingredients.

Ingredients

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Fish

  • 4 fresh fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or sea bass), mild white fish preferred

Marinade & Flavorings

  • 1/2 cup green olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure quick, even baking that locks in moisture and flavors.
  2. Prepare the Fish: Pat your fish fillets dry with paper towels to help the herbs and olive oil cling better and prevent steaming during baking.
  3. Mix the Herb and Olive Marinade: In a bowl, combine freshly chopped rosemary, thyme, parsley, crushed garlic, sliced green olives, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. This vibrant mix will coat the fish and infuse every bite.
  4. Arrange and Season the Fish: Place the fillets in a baking dish and generously spoon the herb and olive mixture over the top, making sure to spread the flavors evenly.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Slide the dish into the oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and appears opaque and juicy.
  6. Serve Warm and Enjoy: Once baked, let the dish rest for a minute, then plate it with a sprinkle of fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon if desired.

Notes

  • Choose fresh fish for the best flavor and texture.
  • Watch fish closely to avoid overbaking and dryness.
  • Use fresh herbs to enhance aroma and taste.
  • Slice olives thinly to distribute flavor evenly.
  • Let the fish rest after baking to redistribute juices.

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Keywords: herby baked fish, green olives, Mediterranean fish recipe, healthy fish dish, baked white fish, quick fish dinner

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