Baked Fish Fillet Herbs Lemon (Print Version)
Tender white fish baked with garlic, oregano, thyme, and fresh lemon slices. A light, healthy meal ready in 30 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Fish
01 - 4 (5-6 oz each) white fish fillets such as cod, haddock, or tilapia, skinless and boneless
→ Marinade & Seasonings
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 tsp dried oregano
06 - 1 tsp dried thyme
07 - ½ tsp salt
08 - ¼ tsp black pepper
→ Topping
09 - 1 lemon, thinly sliced
10 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
# How to Prepare:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
02 - Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and place them in a lightly greased baking dish.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
04 - Brush the marinade evenly over both sides of the fish fillets.
05 - Arrange lemon slices on top of the fillets.
06 - Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
07 - Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It feels fancy enough for guests but comes together in less than thirty minutes.
- The cleanup is almost nonexistent which is always a win in my book.
02 -
- Overcooking is the enemy so pull the fish out as soon as it turns opaque.
- Patting the fish dry is crucial because wet fillets will become soggy instead of lightly crisp.
03 -
- Rinse the lemon under hot water and scrub it before slicing to remove wax and residue.
- If the parsley is wet chop it right before serving to prevent it from wilting or turning brown.