🐟🍋 Easy Mediterranean Baked Fish
🛒 Ingredients
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2 fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or any white fish)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 cloves garlic (minced)
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1 lemon (sliced + juice)
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1 tsp dried oregano
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½ tsp paprika
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Salt & black pepper (to taste)
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1 tomato (chopped)
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¼ cup olives (sliced, optional)
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2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prep
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Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
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Lightly grease a baking dish
2. Season the Fish
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Place fish in the dish
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Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice
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Add garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper
3. Add Toppings
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Scatter chopped tomatoes and olives over the fish
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Place lemon slices on top
4. Bake
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Bake for 15–20 minutes until fish is flaky and tender
5. Finish & Serve
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Sprinkle fresh parsley before serving
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Serve hot with rice, salad, or roasted veggies
✨ Flavor & Texture
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Taste: fresh, zesty, slightly tangy
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Texture: tender, juicy, flaky
🔥 Pro Tips
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Don’t overbake—fish cooks quickly
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Add a pinch of chili flakes for heat 🌶️
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Use foil to lock in moisture if you want extra juicy fish
🥗 Serving Ideas
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With Mediterranean salad
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Over garlic rice or quinoa
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With roasted potatoes or grilled vegetables
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use frozen fish?
A: Yes, just thaw completely and pat dry first.
Q: What’s the best fish for this recipe?
A: Cod, tilapia, sea bass, or haddock work great.
Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
A: It already is—naturally healthy and light!
