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Pan-Seared Branzino

Pan-Seared Branzino with Zesty Olive Tomato Relish Delight

A delightful Pan-Seared Branzino dish with zesty olive tomato relish. Perfect for a healthy Mediterranean dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Branzino Fresh, flaky fish
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin preferred
  • to taste Salt For seasoning
  • to taste Black Pepper For warmth and taste
For the Relish
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • ½ cup Kalamata Olives Chopped
  • ¼ cup Red Onion Finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Rinsed
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, red onion, capers, and parsley. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, then mix gently.
  2. Place a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes. Add olive oil and swirl to coat.
  3. Pat the branzino fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  4. Lay the branzino fillets skin-side down in the hot skillet and cook for about 4 minutes.
  5. Carefully flip each branzino fillet and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until opaque.
  6. Remove the fillets from the skillet and plate them. Spoon the relish over each fillet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the skillet is hot for perfect searing and avoid overcrowding the pan for crispy skin.

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