Baked Fish with Cherry Tomatoes and Olives
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Baked Fish with Cherry Tomatoes and Olives, a dish that combines juicy fish fillets with sweet cherry tomatoes and briny olives for a delightful Mediterranean experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this healthy recipe is quick to prepare, taking only 10 minutes of prep time and 12 minutes of baking. The colorful presentation and fresh herbs add an inviting touch to your table, making it a hit among family and guests alike. Elevate your dining with this nutritious option thats as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 fish fillet (cod or tilapia)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- cup olives
- Fresh parsley and thyme
- Garlic cloves, minced
- Olive oil
- Paprika
- Italian seasoning
- Cajun seasoning
- Chili flakes
- Salt
- Pepper
- 3 tbsp cooking oil
- 3 tbsp salted butter
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400F.
- In a small bowl, combine paprika, Italian seasoning, Cajun seasoning, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Rub both sides of the fish fillet with the spice mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the fish for about 1 minute on each side until charred but not cooked through.
- In the same skillet, add cherry tomatoes, olives, garlic, parsley, thyme, and water; saut for about 3 minutes.
- Place the seared fish back into the skillet. Add butter on top and transfer to the oven.
- Bake for approximately 10 minutes or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg