Flavor-Packed Mediterranean Baked Fish Recipe
This Mediterranean Baked Fish Recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish, perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Equipment
- Baking dish
Ingredients
For the Fish & Seasonings:
- 4 haddock fillets or substitute with cod, sea bass, or tilapia
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes optional
For the Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/3 cup Mezzetta Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 4 garlic cloves sliced
- 6 sprigs fresh thyme
For the Mediterranean Additions:
- 1½ cups whole baby tomatoes
- 1 cup Mezzetta Pitted Castelvetrano & Kalamata Olives
- ¼ cup Mezzetta Sliced Hot Jalapeño Peppers adjust to taste
- 2 teaspoons Mezzetta Capers drained
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F and place a baking dish with Mezzetta Extra Virgin Olive Oil inside to heat for 6-8 minutes.
- Season the fish fillets with salt, black pepper, and chili flakes (if using), ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Carefully remove the heated baking dish from the oven and add the sliced garlic, half of the thyme sprigs, and baby tomatoes.
- Place the seasoned fish fillets on top of the tomato mixture and scatter Mezzetta Olives around them.
- Top the fish with Mezzetta Sliced Jalapeños and Mezzetta Capers, distributing them evenly for balanced flavor.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F and bake the dish for 15-18 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish fillets.
- For a charred finish, broil the fish for an additional 2 minutes after baking, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
- Remove from the oven, drizzle the infused olive oil from the baking dish over the fish fillets, and garnish with the remaining thyme sprigs.
- Serve immediately with your favorite Mediterranean sides and enjoy!
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