Description
This Easy Mediterranean Baked Fish recipe features tender white fish fillets baked with a vibrant mixture of olive oil, lemon, oregano, garlic, and paprika, topped with fresh cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, red onions, crumbled feta cheese, and parsley. It’s a healthy, flavorful, and simple dish perfect for a nutritious Mediterranean-inspired main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish and Marinade
- 4 white fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or halibut)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Toppings
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ cup Kalamata olives (pitted and sliced)
- ¼ cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking and arrange the fish fillets in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
- Make the marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, dried oregano, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. This mixture will infuse the fish with bright, Mediterranean flavors.
- Apply marinade: Pour the prepared marinade evenly over the fish fillets, ensuring each piece is well-coated for maximum flavor absorption.
- Add toppings: Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced Kalamata olives, and thinly sliced red onion around and on top of the fish. These ingredients add texture and a burst of freshness.
- Bake the fish: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the fish turns opaque and easily flakes with a fork, indicating it is cooked through.
- Finish and serve: Remove the fish from the oven, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley over the top for added flavor and a lovely presentation. Serve warm with your choice of rice, couscous, or a fresh side salad.
Notes
- Any mild white fish such as cod, tilapia, or halibut can be used in this recipe.
- For extra flavor, marinate the fish in the olive oil and lemon mixture for 20 minutes before baking.
- This dish pairs well with rice, couscous, or a simple side salad for a complete meal.
