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Cooking at Home - Zesty Lemon Fish

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Closeup view of cooked zesty lemon fish showing spices.

Makes: 2 Servings

Lemon pepper combined with lemon juice, onions, and parsley give this entrée loads of flavor and takes less than 30 minutes to cook. Pairs well with a salad and brown rice.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound fish fillets (whitefish, cod, or halibut)
  • 1/2 onion, small (sliced)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon canola oil (or cooking oil of your choice)
  • 3/4 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • dried paprika (optional)

Directions

  1. Separate fish into two serving size pieces. Place on an ungreased baking sheet.
  2. Top with onion slices.
  3. Drizzle lemon juice and oil evenly over fish.
  4. Sprinkle lemon pepper, parsley, and dust with paprika (optional).
  5. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Bake at 350 °F for 20 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with fork.

Notes

  • Cod used for costing and nutrition analysis. Use other herbs or seasonings as desired.

Source: Cooking For You or Two, University of Wyoming Extension, Cent$ible Nutrition Program

Nutrition Information

NutrientsAmount
Total Calories100
Total Fat2 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Cholesterol49 mg
Sodium325 mg
Carbohydrates4 g
Dietary Fiber1 g
Total Sugars2 g
Added Sugars included0 g
Protein17 g
Vitamin D1 mcg
Calcium22 mg
Iron0 mg
Potassium320 mg