Reineta al Horno con Verduras Asadas
A healthy and flavorful dish featuring baked Reineta (a popular Chilean white fish) seasoned with herbs and lemon, served alongside a medley of roasted seasonal vegetables.
🧂 Ingredients
- 4 x 150g Reineta fillets(skin on or off)
- 1 Zucchini(chopped)
- 2 Bell peppers(mixed colors, chopped)
- 1 Red onion(cut into wedges)
- 200 g Cherry tomatoes
- 4 Garlic cloves(sliced)
- 1 Lemon(sliced, plus juice)
- 4 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley(chopped)
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
💡 Tip: A hot oven ensures vegetables roast nicely. - 2
In a large bowl, toss the chopped zucchini, bell peppers, red onion wedges, cherry tomatoes, and sliced garlic with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet.
💡 Tip: Ensure vegetables are not overcrowded for even roasting. - 3
Roast the vegetables for 15 minutes.
⏱️ 15 minutes - 4
While vegetables are roasting, pat the Reineta fillets dry with paper towels. Season them with salt and pepper. Place the fish fillets on top of the partially roasted vegetables on the baking sheet.
💡 Tip: Drying the fish helps achieve a better texture. - 5
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the fish. Place lemon slices on top of each fillet.
💡 Tip: Lemon adds a bright, fresh flavor. - 6
Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for another 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
⏱️ 15 minutes💡 Tip: Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the fish. - 7
Remove from oven. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fish and vegetables. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
💡 Tip: Fresh herbs brighten the dish.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use any seasonal vegetables you have on hand, such as broccoli, asparagus, or sweet potatoes.
- ✓For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the vegetables.
- ✓If you can't find Reineta, other firm white fish like sea bass or cod can be substituted.
🔄 Variations
- Add a few capers or olives to the vegetable mix for a briny flavor.
- Serve with a side of quinoa or brown rice.
- Marinate the fish in a mixture of lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and herbs for 30 minutes before baking.