Ritzy Red Snapper

Elevate your weeknight dinner with "Ritzy Red Snapper," a simple yet sophisticated seafood dish guaranteed to impress! This recipe features tender red snapper fillets topped with a buttery, golden crust made from crushed Ritz crackers, Parmesan cheese, and a vibrant blend of fresh parsley, garlic, and lemon zest. With just 15 minutes of prep time, the fillets are baked to perfection, creating a flaky, melt-in-your-mouth texture beneath the irresistible crispy topping. A hint of paprika adds a subtle smoky kick, while a drizzle of lemon juice brightens every bite. Perfect for a quick seafood indulgence, this dish pairs wonderfully with a crisp side salad or steamed vegetables, making it a versatile and delightful addition to your dinner repertoire. Looking for easy, oven-baked fish recipes? This is the ultimate crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) red snapper fillets
• 1 cup (crushed) Ritz crackers
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons (finely chopped) fresh parsley
• 2 cloves (minced) fresh garlic
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (grated) parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers, melted butter, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, paprika, salt, black pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well to form a crumbly topping.

Step 3

Pat the red snapper fillets dry with paper towels and place them skin side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Brush the top of each fillet with olive oil and drizzle with lemon juice to enhance the flavor.

Step 5

Spoon the Ritz cracker mixture evenly over each fillet, pressing gently to create a crust.

Step 6

Bake the fillets in the preheated oven for approximately 15-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the crust is golden brown.

Step 7

Remove the fillets from the oven, garnish with additional parsley if desired, and serve immediately with your favorite sides like steamed vegetables or a light salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	843.1 grams (843.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1557

Total Fat 81.40g	104%
Saturated Fat 36.60g	183%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 385mg	128%
Sodium 3200mg	139%
Total Carbohydrate 33.60g	12%
Dietary Fiber 2.00g	7%
Total Sugars 3.70g
Protein 187.70g	375%

Vitamin D 1361IU	6804%
Calcium 343mg	26%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 3224mg	69%

*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: 45.3%

Protein: 46.4%

Carbs: 8.3%