Easy Baked Whitefish Ole

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this flavorful and vibrant Easy Baked Whitefish Ole! Featuring tender whitefish fillets seasoned with a zesty marinade of lime juice, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, this dish is topped with juicy diced tomatoes and green chilies for a Tex-Mex-inspired twist. The final flourish? A golden, bubbly layer of melted cheddar cheese, broiled to perfection, and garnished with fresh cilantro and optional jalapeños for an extra kick. With just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes in the oven, this gluten-free, high-protein recipe is a quick, healthy option bursting with bold flavors. Serve it over rice, quinoa, or alongside a crisp green salad for a fiesta of taste at your dinner table!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces whitefish fillets (e.g., cod, haddock, or tilapia)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup diced tomatoes with green chilies (canned)
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons sliced jalapeños (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 3

Pat the whitefish fillets dry with a paper towel and place them in the prepared baking dish.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.

Step 5

Brush the marinade evenly over both sides of the whitefish fillets.

Step 6

Spoon the diced tomatoes with green chilies over the top of the fillets, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-18 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Step 8

Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the fish.

Step 9

Switch the oven to broil and place the dish back in the oven for 2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Keep a close eye to avoid burning.

Step 10

Garnish the baked whitefish with chopped cilantro and optional sliced jalapeños for an added kick.

Step 11

Serve hot with rice, quinoa, or a fresh green salad on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	827.2 grams (827.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	934

Total Fat 51.10g	66%
Saturated Fat 17.30g	87%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 261mg	87%
Sodium 2601mg	113%
Total Carbohydrate 23.80g	9%
Dietary Fiber 5.10g	18%
Total Sugars 7.90g
Protein 97.60g	195%

Vitamin D 800IU	4000%
Calcium 567mg	44%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 1840mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.6%

Protein: 41.3%

Carbs: 10.1%