Lemon Herb White Fish with Sauted Vegetables
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of Lemon Herb White Fish with Sautéed Vegetables, a quick and nutritious dish perfect for any occasion. This elegant meal features flaky white fish fillet, pan-seared to perfection in garlic-herb butter, served alongside vibrant sautéed vegetables. With just 25 minutes from prep to plate, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 white fish fillet (cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 1 carrot (peeled and cut into sticks)
- 1 zucchini (sliced into rounds)
- 2 garlic cloves (whole or halved)
- 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley or dill (chopped)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat half the butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic, carrot, and zucchini for 6-8 minutes until tender; season with salt and pepper.
- Season the fish fillet with salt and pepper. In the same pan, melt the remaining butter and sear the fish over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Add lemon juice during the last 30 seconds.
- Plate the fish alongside sautéed veggies, spooning any pan sauce over top and garnishing with fresh herbs.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg