This Citrus Baked Fish is a bright, fresh, and simple dish perfect for any night of the week. Tender white fish like orange roughy is baked with a zesty sauce made from fresh lemon and orange juice, olive oil, garlic, and herbs.
The result is a light and flavorful meal that pairs beautifully with simple sides. It’s an easy way to bring citrusy, vibrant flavors to your dinner table, with minimal effort.
Why You Will Love This Citrus Baked Fish Recipe
- Quick and Easy Dinner: Bakes in just about 20 minutes for a fast seafood meal.
- Light and Healthy: A great option for a low-carb, high-protein, and nutrient-packed fish dinner.
- Bright Citrus Flavor: Fresh lemon and orange juice and zest add vibrant flavor to flaky white fish.
- Versatile: This Citrus Baked Fish Recipe works with orange roughy, cod, halibut, or any flaky white fish you have on hand.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- White fish: Substitute with cod, halibut, snapper, or tilapia. Salmon is also a great substitute.
- Rosemary: Easily replace with fresh thyme.
- Lemon and orange: Add lime for a zestier flavor.
- Crushed red pepper: Adjust to your liking.
How to Prepare Citrus Baked Fish
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a small bowl, combine all of the ingredients for the citrus sauce. Mix well.
- Season the fish filets with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Butter the bottom of a baking dish. Place fish in dish.
- Pour the citrus sauce evenly over the fish.
- Add rosemary sprigs.
- Cover and bake for 15-20 minutes, until fish is tender, flaky, and no longer opaque.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
How to Serve and Store
- Serve with: Roasted potatoes, steamed rice, rice pilaf, steamed vegetables, and/or a crisp green salad.
- Store: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Gently reheat in the oven or stovetop.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use frozen fish? Yes! Thaw completely and pat dry before baking to ensure the right texture.
- Do I have to cover it while baking? Covering helps retain moisture and keeps the fish tender.
- How do I know when the fish is done? The fish should flake easily with a fork and no longer be translucent in the center.
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Citrus Baked Fish
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 3 to 4 servings 1x
Description
This Citrus Baked Fish is made with flaky white fish, citrus, garlic, and herbs. It’s a bright and quick seafood dinner that can be on your table in well under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds orange roughy, or any flaky white fish
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 rosemary sprigs
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
- lemon wedges, for serving
For the citrus sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Juice and zest of 1 orange
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a small bowl, combine all of the ingredients for the citrus sauce. Mix well.
- Season the fish filets with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Butter the bottom of a baking dish. Place fish in dish.
- Pour the citrus sauce evenly over the fish.
- Add rosemary sprigs.
- Cover and bake for 15-20 minutes, until fish is tender, flaky, and no longer opaque.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
- ENJOY!
Notes
- Use fresh citrus juice and zest for best flavor.
- Adjust baking time based on fish thickness; thinner filets will cook faster.
- For a milder dish, omit or reduce the crushed red pepper.
- Great option for meal prep; serve chilled on a salad the next day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: Fish and Seafood
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