Sgombro al Forno con Pomodorini

Sgombro al Forno con Pomodorini is a delightful Italian baked mackerel dish featuring fresh cherry tomatoes, herbs, and a touch of olive oil. This simple yet flavorful recipe celebrates the vibrant taste of the sea paired with the sweetness of ripe tomatoes.

Ingredients

• Mackerel fillets - 2 (about 300g total)
• Cherry tomatoes - 200g, halved
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon - 1, juiced and zested
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. Place the mackerel fillets skin-side down in a baking dish. Pour the tomato mixture over the fillets, ensuring they are well coated.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
5. Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 100 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health.
• High in protein, aiding in muscle repair and growth.

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