Baked Sea Bass with Mediterranean Flavors

Ingredients

• 2 sea bass fillets (200g each) 2 sea bass fillets (200g each)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil (45ml) 3 tablespoons olive oil (45ml)
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (5g) 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (5g)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (5g) 1 teaspoon dried thyme (5g)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano (5g) 1 teaspoon dried oregano (5g)
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish
• Roasted vegetables, for serving Roasted vegetables, for serving

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 2g, 0g
• Protein: 26g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. 2.
   In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried rosemary, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. 3.
   Place the sea bass fillets in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for 15 minutes.
4. 4.
   Bake the sea bass in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
5. 5.
   Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley.
6. 6.
   Serve the Baked Sea Bass with roasted vegetables on the side.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Sea bass — Ensure that the sea bass fillets are fresh and of high quality. Look for fillets that have a firm texture and a mild, slightly sweet aroma.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra burst of flavor, add a splash of white wine to the marinade.
• If sea bass is not available, you can substitute it with other white fish such as cod or halibut.
• To achieve a crispy skin, you can broil the sea bass for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
• Experiment with different combinations of Mediterranean herbs to suit your taste preferences.
• Serve the dish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for an added zing.

Serving advice

Serve the Baked Sea Bass hot, accompanied by a generous portion of roasted vegetables. Drizzle the fish with some of the pan juices for added moisture and flavor.

Presentation advice

Arrange the sea bass fillets on a plate, placing the roasted vegetables alongside them. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color. The vibrant colors of the dish will make it visually appealing and appetizing.