Zesty Halibut

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and flavorful Zesty Halibut recipe! Perfectly baked halibut fillets are infused with a zesty citrus marinade made from fresh lemon and lime juice, their bright zests, and a touch of honey for balance. Minced garlic and a hint of paprika add depth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley provides a fresh and herby finish. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and baked to flaky perfection in under 12 minutes, this healthy and light seafood dish is as easy as it is delicious. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables, jasmine rice, or a crisp green salad for a restaurant-quality meal that will leave everyone raving. A must-try for lovers of citrus-glazed fish!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 ounces each) halibut fillets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon zest of a lemon
• 1 teaspoon zest of a lime
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.

Step 2

Pat the halibut fillets dry with a paper towel and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lime juice, minced garlic, lemon zest, lime zest, honey, salt, black pepper, and paprika until well combined.

Step 4

Drizzle the citrus mixture evenly over the halibut fillets, ensuring they are fully coated.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the halibut is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 6

Remove from the oven and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the fillets for garnish.

Step 7

Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	842.9 grams (842.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1583

Total Fat 45.40g	58%
Saturated Fat 7.80g	39%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 408mg	136%
Sodium 1597mg	69%
Total Carbohydrate 18.10g	7%
Dietary Fiber 1.70g	6%
Total Sugars 8.30g
Protein 246.30g	493%

Vitamin D 4082IU	20412%
Calcium 102mg	8%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 4528mg	96%

*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: 27.9%

Protein: 67.2%

Carbs: 4.9%