Lemon Herb Baked Halibut

Flaky, tender halibut baked with garlic, fresh herbs, and bright lemon, a healthy, seafood dinner ready in 25 minutes!

This lemon herb baked halibut is light, flavorful, and incredibly easy to prepare. Halibut is a mild, firm white fish that bakes beautifully, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.

Fresh garlic, parsley, olive oil, and lemon enhance the natural sweetness of the fish without overpowering it. The result is a perfectly flaky halibut fillet with a bright, buttery finish. If you’re looking for a healthy halibut recipe, a simple oven-baked white fish dinner, or a low-carb seafood meal, this one checks all the boxes.

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

Mild, buttery white fish with fresh lemon flavor
Ready in under 30 minutes
High-protein, low-carb, and gluten-free
Perfect for meal prep or elegant dinner parties

Ingredients:

4 halibut fillets (6 oz each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons melted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 1 fresh lemon
Zest of ½ lemon
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
Optional: lemon slices for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.
Prepare the Fish - Pat halibut fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Make the Lemon Herb Mixture - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, and thyme.
Bake - Place halibut in the baking dish. Spoon the lemon herb mixture evenly over the fillets. Bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness, until the fish flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 130–135°F.
Serve - Remove from oven and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices. Serve immediately.

Serving Suggestions:

This baked halibut pairs perfectly with:

✔ Garlic roasted asparagus
✔ Wild rice or quinoa
✔ Creamy mashed potatoes
✔ Mediterranean couscous
✔ Simple arugula salad

Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving):

Calories: 310
Protein: 34g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Fat: 18g
Omega-3s: Moderate

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