Baked Fish with Herbs

Baked Fish with Herbs is a light and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Greek cuisine with fresh herbs and citrus. This Paleo-friendly meal is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, bringing the taste of the Mediterranean to your table.

Ingredients

• White fish fillets (e.g., cod or haddock) - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh dill, chopped - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Sea salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cherry tomatoes, halved - 150 grams
• Olives (Kalamata or green), pitted and sliced - 50 grams

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, chopped parsley, chopped dill, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
3. Place the fish fillets in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated.
4. Arrange the halved cherry tomatoes and sliced olives around the fish in the baking dish.
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 until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
7. Serve hot, garnished with extra fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from fish, which are beneficial for heart health.
• High in protein, aiding in muscle repair and growth.

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