Light, flaky fish infused with zesty lemon, garlic, cherry tomatoes, olives, and fragrant herbs, baked to perfection in a Mediterranean-style sauce. A dish that tastes like sunshine and sea breeze!
Why You’ll Fall in Love with This Recipe
This Mediterranean Baked Fish is more than just dinner—it’s a whole experience. Picture this: tender white fish bathed in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and fresh herbs, then surrounded by juicy cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and red onion. It’s vibrant, nourishing, and comes together in just one pan. Easy cleanup, maximum flavor!
Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight meal or hosting guests, this dish delivers elegance and ease.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Let’s talk fresh, clean ingredients. Use the best you can find—the beauty of Mediterranean cooking is that each component shines.
For the Fish:
- 4 fillets of white fish (cod, halibut, sea bass, or tilapia work great)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon (plus zest for extra zing)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet, your choice)
For the Mediterranean Topping:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons capers (optional, but adds a nice tang)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon slices for garnish
Tip: Want to make it spicy? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Tools You’ll Need
- Baking dish (glass or ceramic preferred)
- Mixing bowl
- Zester (optional, but worth it)
- Sharp knife and cutting board