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Lemon Herb Snapper

Easy Lemon Herb Snapper That’s Bursting with Zesty Flavor

This Lemon Herb Snapper recipe combines fresh herbs and lemon for a flavorful, healthy dish perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped finely
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
For the Fish
  • 4 fillets snapper
  • 1 lemon slices optional garnish

Equipment

  • bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Whisk

Method
 

For the Marinade
  1. In a bowl, whisk fresh lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper until smooth and aromatic.
  2. Brush both sides of each snapper fillet generously with the marinade, then chill for 15 minutes to let flavors meld.
For the Fish
  1. Preheat to 400°F with a rack in the center, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for effortless cleanup.
  2. Place marinated fillets on the prepared sheet, top each with a lemon slice, and bake 12–15 minutes until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily.
  3. Transfer the zesty fillets to warm plates, garnish with fresh parsley and extra lemon wedges, and serve immediately for a vibrant, light meal everyone will love.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 500mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best results. Don’t overmarinate to maintain texture and flavor.

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