Baked Fish with Cherry Tomatoes and Olives

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Ingredients:

• 4 white fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or halibut)
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Optional: 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes for a bit of heat

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Baking Dish:
   • In a large baking dish, combine the cherry tomatoes, olives, and minced garlic. Drizzle with half of the olive oil, and sprinkle with half of the lemon zest, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
3. Season the Fish:
   • Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and the remaining lemon zest.
4. Assemble the Dish:
   • Nestle the seasoned fish fillets into the baking dish among the tomatoes and olives.
   • Drizzle the remaining olive oil and lemon juice over the fish and vegetables.
   • If using, sprinkle the crushed red pepper flakes over the top.
5. Bake:
   • Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. The exact time will depend on the thickness of the fillets.
6. Garnish and Serve:
   • Once baked, remove the dish from the oven. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley for garnish.
   • Serve the baked fish with cherry tomatoes and olives hot, along with your favorite sides like crusty bread, rice, or a simple green salad.

Tips:

• You can substitute the white fish with salmon or another favorite fish.
• Add a splash of white wine to the baking dish for extra flavor.
• Adjust the seasoning to your taste preference.

Enjoy your delicious and healthy baked fish with cherry tomatoes and olives!