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lemon butter garlic fish

Lemon Butter Garlic Fish: 7 Flavors to Savor and Enjoy

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A delicious fish dish infused with lemon, butter, and garlic.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 fish fillets (such as tilapia or cod)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  4. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Place fish fillets in a baking dish.
  6. Pour the lemon butter garlic mixture over the fish.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the fillets.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables or rice.
  • You can substitute lemon with lime for a different flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: lemon butter garlic fish, baked fish, healthy fish recipes