Mediterranean Baked Fish

Ingredients

• 4 (6-ounce) white fish fillets (such as cod, halibut, or tilapia)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried oregano)
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 1 lemon, thinly sliced

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to create a flavorful marinade.
3. Place the fish fillets in a shallow baking dish. Pour half of the marinade over the fish, ensuring each fillet is well coated. Allow the fish to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
4. After marinating, arrange the cherry tomatoes and Kalamata olives around the fish in the baking dish. Drizzle the remaining marinade over the top.
5. Lay the lemon slices over the fish and vegetables.
6. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
7. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.