Imagine tender, flaky fish infused with zesty lemon and accompanied by colorful and fresh vegetables - a perfect harmony of tastes and textures. Say hello to a burst of flavor with this quick and easy seared Lemon White Fish with Caprese Salad.
Get ready to elevate your cooking game and add a new favorite to your recipe repertoire!
Quick, simple, flavorful, and healthy. What's not to love about this recipe? The fish cooks quickly on the stove and you can assemble the salad at the last minute on the plate.
If you want some carbs along with it some delicious options include: cilantro lime rice, easy rice pilaf, herbed baby potatoes, and orzo pasta salad
What type of white fish to use?
This recipe works best with firm white fish. Choice the one you like best, or that you have on hand. Here are a few to consider:
- cod
- haddock
- halibut
- grouper
- tuna
- swordfish
Ingredients for Lemon White Fish
Normally I offer alternatives for the ingredients. But, the ingredients are all basic and easy to find so I am not going to recommend anything else.
Fresh is best with the lemons, garlic and basil; lemon juice and dried garlic and basil just won't be the same.
For the fish you will need:
- white fish (see above for suggestions)
- whole lemons
- garlic cloves
- sliced almonds
- olive oil, salt and pepper
The caprese salad is a classic combination of:
- cherry tomatoes
- mozzarella
- fresh basil
- olive oil
- balsamic vinegar
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Recipe
Ingredients
- ¼ cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2-3 large cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 4 pieces firm white fish fillets - about 6 ounces each (such as cod, grouper, or halibut)
- salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 large lemons (cut into wedges or slices)
Caprese Salad Ingredients:
- 2 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced)
- 4 ounces cherry or grape tomatoes (sliced lengthwise)
- ¼ cup fresh basil (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (approximate)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (approximate)
Instructions
- Toast almonds in a large skillet set over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.¼ cup sliced almonds
- Return the skillet to medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté, stirring frequently, about 1 minute, until golden brown and fragrant,2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 2-3 large cloves garlic
- Season the fish fillets with lemon juice and salt and black pepper, to taste, and add to the hot skillet. Cook until golden brown, approximately 3-4 minutes a side. Do not overcook.4 pieces firm white fish fillets - about 6 ounces each, salt and pepper, 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Transfer the fillets to four individual serving plates and divide the fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and fresh basil between the plates. Season each salad with salt and black pepper, as desired, and drizzle each with an equal amount of the olive oil and balsamic vinegar.2 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, 4 ounces cherry or grape tomatoes, ¼ cup fresh basil, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Sprinkle each fish fillet with toasted almonds and garnish with lemon wedges.2 large lemons, ¼ cup sliced almonds
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Until next time, happy eating!
~Audrey
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