Description
Herb Baked Fish with Rainbow Bell Peppers is a vibrant, healthy Mediterranean-inspired main dish featuring white fish fillets baked with colorful bell peppers, red onion, and fresh herbs. This easy-to-make recipe delivers tender, flaky fish infused with garlic, lemon, and aromatic herbs, making it a perfect weeknight dinner or a light meal option.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish and Vegetables
- 4 white fish fillets (cod, halibut, or tilapia)
- 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, and green, thinly sliced)
- 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
Seasoning and Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a large baking dish or sheet pan to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Vegetables: In a mixing bowl, combine the thinly sliced bell peppers and red onion with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat everything evenly.
- Arrange in Baking Dish: Spread the seasoned vegetables evenly in the greased baking dish to form a bed for the fish.
- Place Fish on Vegetables: Lay the fish fillets gently on top of the vegetables, spacing them out to ensure even cooking.
- Add Final Touches: Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the fresh lemon juice over the fish and vegetables. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley and dill over the top for a burst of herbal flavor.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15–20 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the vegetables are tender.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm, accompanied by lemon wedges for an extra citrus zing.
Notes
- This recipe is versatile and works well with salmon or trout as alternatives to white fish.
- For added flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine to the dish before baking.
- Serving suggestions include pairing this dish with rice, couscous, or quinoa to make a complete and satisfying meal.
