Lemon Garlic Fish

Lemon Garlic Fish is a vibrant Greek seafood dish that highlights the delicate flavors of fresh fish, brightened by zesty lemon and aromatic garlic. This low-carb meal is both light and satisfying, perfect for a healthy dinner option.

Lemon Garlic Fish
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Greek
320 kcal

Ingredients

  • White fish fillets (like cod or sea bass) - 300 grams
  • Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
  • Fresh lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
  • Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
  • Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Lemon slices - for garnish

Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
  3. Place the fish fillets in a shallow baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them marinate for about 10 minutes.
  4. Bake the marinated fish in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Once cooked, remove the fish from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
  6. Serve with lemon slices on the side for an extra zesty touch.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Carbs: 2 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 580 mg
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids which support heart health.
  • Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

Tags

GreekLow CarbSeafood Dish