Peixe Assado com Ervas

Peixe Assado com Ervas is a vibrant Brazilian dish featuring tender fish baked with a medley of fresh herbs and spices. This healthy, high-protein meal bursts with flavor and is perfect for a light dinner.

Ingredients

• White fish fillets (e.g., tilapia or cod) - 300g
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic cloves, minced - 2
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh cilantro, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh thyme leaves - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cherry tomatoes, halved - 150g
• Lemon slices - 4

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, cilantro, thyme, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
3. Place the fish fillets in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring the fish is well coated.
4. Arrange the halved cherry tomatoes around the fish and place lemon slices on top of the fillets.
5. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
6. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
7. Serve hot, garnished with extra herbs if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and recovery.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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