Follow these easy steps to make your Mediterranean Baked Fish:

1. Preheat the Oven

Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures even cooking and perfectly baked fish.

2. Prepare the Baking Dish

• Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
• Spread the halved cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and sliced red onion evenly across the bottom. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt, black pepper, and half the oregano.

3. Season the Fish

• Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel—this helps them sear and absorb the flavors better.
• Season both sides with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and the remaining oregano. Place the fish fillets on top of the vegetable mixture in the baking dish.

4. Add Garlic and Lemon

• In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, olive oil, lemon zest, and half of the lemon juice. Drizzle this mixture generously over the fish and vegetables.

5. Bake the Dish

• Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to trap the steam, which helps keep the fish moist. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, depending on the thickness of your fillets. A general rule of thumb is to cook fish for 10 minutes per inch of thickness.

6. Finish with Fresh Parsley and Lemon

• Once the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, remove it from the oven. Squeeze the remaining lemon juice over the top and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

7. Serve and Enjoy

• Carefully plate the fish with the roasted vegetables. Spoon some of the flavorful juices from the baking dish over the top for extra flavor. Serve with crusty bread, rice, or quinoa to soak up every last drop of the delicious sauce.