Description
This Herb Baked Fish with Rainbow Bell Peppers is a vibrant, healthy, and easy-to-make dish featuring flaky white fish fillets baked atop a colorful bed of seasoned bell peppers and onions. Infused with fresh herbs and bright lemon juice, it offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it an ideal weeknight meal that pairs beautifully with grains or salads.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish and Herb Mixture
- 4 white fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 orange bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a large bowl, toss the sliced red, yellow, and orange bell peppers along with the sliced red onion with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread the vegetables evenly on the prepared baking sheet, creating a bed for the fish.
- Season the Fish: Drizzle each fish fillet with 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Season them with salt, pepper, fresh or dried thyme, rosemary, and chopped parsley to infuse herbal flavors.
- Bake the Fish and Vegetables: Place the seasoned fish fillets on top of the bed of bell peppers and onions. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until the fish is opaque, easily flakes with a fork, and the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Serve: Serve the herb baked fish hot, garnished with extra fresh herbs and lemon wedges. This dish pairs wonderfully with rice, quinoa, or a light salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Choose firm white fish fillets like cod, tilapia, or haddock for best results.
- Fresh herbs provide more vibrant flavor, but dried herbs are a good substitute if fresh are unavailable.
- Adjust baking time slightly depending on the thickness of your fish fillets.
- For extra flavor, marinate the fish in olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs for 15 minutes before baking.
- Ensure vegetables are sliced evenly to promote uniform cooking.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
