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Sea Bass with Vegetable Melange
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Prep Time:
30 minutes
Total Time:
55 minutes
Bake fish fillet and veggies for a satisfying dinner in under an hour!
Ingredients:
  • 1 tablespoon butter or stick margarine
  • 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
  • 2 medium carrots, cut into 2x1/4x1/4-inch strips (1 cup)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch strips
  • 1 small zucchini, cut into 2x1/4x1/4-inch strips (1 cup)
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried tarragon leaves, if desired
  • 1 pound sea bass, tilapia, snapper or other medium-firm fish fillets, 3/4 to 1 inch
  • thick
  • 1 tablespoon butter or stick margarine, melted
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions:
  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • In a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Sauté onion and carrots for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add bell pepper and cook for 1 minute, stirring often. Mix in zucchini, 1 teaspoon of lemon peel, salt, and tarragon. Cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently, then remove from heat.
  • Cut the fish into 4 serving pieces, leaving the skin on if desired. Place the fish skin side down in an ungreased 11x7x1 1/2-inch rectangular baking dish. Mix the remaining ingredients and spread over the fish, then spoon the vegetable mixture around the fish.
  • Bake the fish uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes or until it easily flakes with a fork. Optionally, remove the skin before serving.