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Mediterranean Branzino with Zucchini & Tomatoes

Enjoy this Mediterranean-inspired Branzino Fish with Roasted Zucchini and Tomatoes, a light and healthy meal bursting with fresh flavors! With tender branzino, seasoned vegetables, and aromatic spices, this dish is perfect for a quick yet gourmet dinner. Follow Chef Healthy Henry‚‘s guide for a deli

Serves 3 Prep 15 min Total 35 min
Mediterranean Branzino with Zucchini & Tomatoes

Ingredients

Scale:
  • 1 lb branzino fish
  • 1tbl avocado oil
  • 1 lb zucchini cut into 1-inch half-moons
  • 1 lb quality fresh smaller tomatoes quartered (Campari)
  • 4-5 garlic cloves, sliced
  • 3/4c shallots sliced
  • 2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbls fresh thyme
  • 1 tbl sumac
  • 2 tsp aleppo pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Directions

  1. 1

    Garnish: Lemon wedges, for squeezing 1/2c pecorino cheese Parsley Freshly ground black pepper

  2. 2

    Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, toss the zucchini and tomatoes with the olive oil and thyme toss to coat.

  3. 3

    Add salt, sumac and Aleppo pepper and toss again. Spread in a single layer on baking sheet and roast for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.

  4. 4

    While the vegetable roast sauce the fish: Sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of fish. Bring a non-stick frying pan medium-high heat. Add olive oil.

  5. 5

    When hot add the fish and cook 2-3 minutes per side depending on thickness.

  6. 6

    Remove the vegetables from the oven, transfer to a serving dish add the cheese and parsley.

  7. 7

    To serve: in a medium plate add the vegetables then add the fish and garnish with lemon, a little more parsley, and salt and pepper

Nutrition

Per 1 serving

Protein35.4 g
Fiber6 g
Calories313
Carbohydrates21.1 g
Fat11.7 g
Saturated fat2.1 g
Sugar11.3 g
Sodium544.2 mg

Estimated per serving. Actual values vary with brands, substitutions, and portion size. This is general information, not medical or nutrition advice.

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