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Description
A light and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired fish dish that’s perfectly aligned with paleo dietary guidelines. This recipe combines fresh fish with aromatic herbs and vegetables for a healthy, satisfying meal.
Total Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 28g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 380mg
Ingredients
For the Fish
- 4 white fish fillets (cod, halibut, or sea bass) (600g/21oz)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 lemons (1 sliced, 1 for juicing)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
For the Vegetable Base
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced (300g/10.5oz)
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (300g/10.5oz)
- 2 tablespoons capers (optional)
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Kitchen Equipment
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C/400°F.
- In a large baking dish, arrange sliced vegetables as a base layer.
- Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over vegetables, season with salt and pepper.
- Pat fish fillets dry with paper towels and place them on top of the vegetables.
- In a small bowl, combine:
- Remaining olive oil
- Minced garlic
- Herbs
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper
- Pour the herb mixture over the fish.
- Arrange lemon slices on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, marinate fish for 30 minutes before baking
- Substitute any firm white fish based on availability
- Add olives for extra Mediterranean flavor (ensure they’re paleo-compliant)
- For spice lovers, add red pepper flakes
Suggested Pairings
- Cauliflower rice
- Roasted sweet potato
- Fresh green salad
- Grilled asparagus
Mediterranean-Style Baked Fish (Paleo-Friendly)
Description
A light and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired fish dish that's perfectly aligned with paleo dietary guidelines. This recipe combines fresh fish with aromatic herbs and vegetables for a healthy, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the Fish
For the Vegetable Base
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 200°C/400°F.
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In a large baking dish, arrange sliced vegetables as a base layer.
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Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over vegetables, season with salt and pepper.
-
Pat fish fillets dry with paper towels and place them on top of the vegetables.
-
In a small bowl, combine:
- Remaining olive oil
- Minced garlic
- Herbs
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper
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Pour the herb mixture over the fish.
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Arrange lemon slices on top.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
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Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Sodium 380mg16%
- Total Carbohydrate 12g4%
- Dietary Fiber 4g16%
- Sugars 6g
- Protein 28g57%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, marinate fish for 30 minutes before baking
- Substitute any firm white fish based on availability
- Add olives for extra Mediterranean flavor (ensure they're paleo-compliant)
- For spice lovers, add red pepper flakes
Suggested Pairings
- Cauliflower rice
- Roasted sweet potato
- Fresh green salad
- Grilled asparagus
