Zeytinyağlı Levrek

Zeytinyağlı Levrek is a delightful Turkish dish featuring fresh sea bass marinated and baked in a fragrant olive oil sauce, complemented by a medley of vegetables. This light and flavorful dish captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine, making it perfect for seafood lovers and vegetarians alike.

Ingredients

• Sea bass fillets - 300 grams
• Extra virgin olive oil - 4 tablespoons
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika to create a marinade.
3. Place the sea bass fillets in a baking dish and pour half of the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated.
4. In another bowl, combine the sliced red bell pepper, zucchini, and halved cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with the remaining marinade and toss to combine.
5. Arrange the marinated vegetables around the sea bass in the baking dish.
6. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flaky.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health.
• Contains antioxidants from vegetables that may reduce inflammation.

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