Healthy Branzino Mediterranean Baked Recipe
Branzino Mediterranean is a light and flavorful dish featuring whole branzino roasted with olive oil, lemon, garlic, and fresh Mediterranean herbs. This easy recipe highlights the fish’s delicate texture and bright coastal flavors.
Equipment
- 1 Baking dish
- 1 Oven
- 1 Sharp knife
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 2 whole branzino cleaned and scaled
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon sliced
- 3 cloves garlic sliced
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano or thyme
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the branzino dry with paper towels and place in a baking dish.
- Score the fish on both sides and season inside and out with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the fish and stuff with lemon slices and garlic.
- Sprinkle oregano or thyme evenly over the fish.
- Bake uncovered for 18-20 minutes, until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Ask your fishmonger to clean the branzino for easy preparation.
- Fresh herbs like rosemary or dill work well in this recipe.
- Serve with roasted vegetables or a Mediterranean salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.