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Mediterranean Baked Fish Recipe That Will Transport Your Taste Buds

Learn how to make delicious Mediterranean Baked Fish. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

The key to this dish lies in selecting the right ingredients—freshness really shines through here. When I shop for the fish, I always look for firm fillets with a mild scent, usually cod or snapper works beautifully. Fresh herbs like parsley and oregano add that authentic Mediterranean touch, and I never skip the lemon—it brightens every bite. Over the years, I’ve learned that simple, quality ingredients make all the difference, especially when time is tight.

  • 4 firm white fish fillets (cod, snapper, or halibut), about 6 ounces each
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced plus juice of half a lemon
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)

If you want to switch things up, feel free to substitute kale or spinach for the cherry tomatoes for a green twist or swap olives for capers to add more briny depth.

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  2. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels—this helps the seasoning stick and gives a better texture.
  3. Place the fillets in the baking dish, spacing them evenly.
  4. Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the fish, then sprinkle minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper evenly on top.
  5. Add the halved cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and lemon slices around and on top of the fish.
  6. Pour the lemon juice over everything, then sprinkle with chopped parsley and a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like a little kick.
  7. Bake uncovered for 15-18 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is opaque throughout.
  8. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.

Whenever I bake fish, I always keep a close eye on it after the 12-minute mark—nothing worse than overcooked, dry fish in my family’s opinion!

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

Keywords: Mediterranean Baked Fish, recipe, cooking, food