Orange Roughy with Lemon, Garlic and Basil

We are trying to eat more fish & this recipe is always a hit. It’s light, easy to make, and fairly healthy. The simple flavors of lemon, garlic & basil all combine well together and make this fish extra tasty. My husband and kids love this dish. I serve with a tossed salad and couscous.

• 3 fillets of Orange Roughy (Halibut or Tilapia would work too)
• 2 tsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh basil or 1-2 tsp dried basil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp lemon zest
• Salt & pepper to taste

Combine the above ingredients in a large zip lock bag making sure to mix them thoroughly. Marinate for 2-4 hours. Only add the zest for marinating…don’t add lemon juice until you are cooking the meal because the acid in the lemon will start to cook the fish.

• 2 lemons juiced
• 2 tsp butter
• 1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
• 1/2 tsp lemon zest

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Spray a glass baking dish with cooking spray. Add the lemon juice to the fish in the bag. Combine ingredients well then pour into baking dish; add bits of butter to the top of the fish. Cover with lid or tinfoil and cook for 10-12 minutes per 1 inch thickness. Garnish with chopped parsley, lemon zest & lemon slices. Enjoy.

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