Branzino al Forno

🛒 Ingredients

• Branzino (whole, cleaned) 300 g · 360 kcal
• Olive oil 30 g · 265 kcal
• Lemon 50 g · 14 kcal
• Garlic 6 g · 9 kcal
• Fresh parsley 5 g · 2 kcal
• Cherry tomatoes 100 g · 18 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oil a baking dish.
2. Pat the cleaned branzino dry with paper towels. Make a few diagonal slits on both sides of the fish and stuff the cavity with lemon slices, garlic cloves, and fresh parsley sprigs.
3. Place the fish on the prepared baking sheet. Arrange cherry tomatoes around the fish and drizzle everything generously with olive oil. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your fish.
5. Remove from oven and serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh parsley if desired. This dish pairs wonderfully with a side of roasted vegetables or a simple green salad.