Tender, flaky white fish baked to perfection with a delicate garlic-lemon flavor. The fish is expertly paired with colorful steamed seasonal vegetables, creating a light yet satisfying healthy meal. Each bite of the succulent fish melts in your mouth, while the vegetables retain their natural sweetness and crisp texture. This simple but elegant dish is both nutritious and low in calories, making it perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner or a light lunch. The natural flavors of the ingredients shine through, enhanced by just the right touch of seasoning and a bright finish of fresh lemon.
Ingredients:
white fish fillets (cod, haddock, or halibut), about 6 oz each
2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, carrots, green beans)
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 lemon
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: fresh herbs like parsley or dill
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Prepare fish:Pat fish dry with paper towels
Place in baking dish
Drizzle with olive oil or dot with butter
Season with salt, pepper, and minced garlic
Add lemon slices on top
Bake fish:Cook for 12-15 minutes until fish flakes easily
Cooking time may vary depending on thickness
Fish is done when it reaches 145°F internal temperature
While fish bakes, steam vegetables:Bring 1 inch water to boil in pot with steamer basket
Add harder vegetables first (carrots: 5 mins)
Add broccoli and green beans (3-4 mins)
Vegetables should be tender-crisp
Season with salt and pepper
Serve:Place fish and vegetables on plates
Drizzle with pan juices
Add fresh squeeze of lemon
Garnish with herbs if desired