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Perfect Roasted Branzino

Simple and elegant, this roasted branzino recipe is one of the easiest and most reliable ways to cook this delicate fish to perfection.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Mediterranean
Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 29 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 255kcal
Author Arman Liew

Ingredients

  • 2 small whole branzino scaled, cleaned, and fins removed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1/2 large lemon thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup dill loosely packed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 red onion sliced

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 200C/400F. Line a large baking tray with tin foil.
  • Season the fish, inside and out, with salt, pepper, and oregano. Place the lemon slices and fresh dill inside each of the fish cavities.
  • Place the seasoned branzino on the lined baking tray and sprinkle the dill, cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion around it.
  • Roast the branzino for 25-30 minutes, or until the exterior is crispy and fish is cooked through.

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Notes

TO STORE: Place leftovers in a shallow container in the fridge. Properly refrigerated branzino keeps well for up to 3 days.
TO FREEZE: The cooked and cooled fish can be stored in the freezer in an airtight container for up to two months. 
TO REHEAT: Reheat branzino in a skillet over medium heat or in the oven preheated to 275F degrees.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 255kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 9g | Sodium: 304mg | Potassium: 638mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 409IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg | NET CARBS: 2g