Italian Style Flounder

Italian Style Flounder
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    45 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    603

Delicate flounder fillets, baked to flaky perfection in a vibrant Italian-inspired sauce of fresh tomatoes, fragrant basil, and zesty lemon. A simple yet elegant dish that celebrates the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    2 g
  • Cholesterol
    113 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    43 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    196 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Arrange flounder fillets in a single layer in a lightly greased medium baking dish. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Dot the fillets with butter pats. Season generously with salt and pepper. Sprinkle evenly with lemon juice. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Top the fillets with diced tomato, dried basil, and garlic powder, ensuring even distribution. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 30 mins Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the fish is easily flaked with a fork and the tomatoes are softened. (30 minutes)

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Recipe View Remove the foil for the last 5 minutes of baking to allow the top to lightly brown. (5 minutes)

For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of dry white wine to the baking dish before covering it with foil.
Fresh basil can be substituted for dried basil; use about 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh basil.
Feel free to experiment with other types of fish, such as cod, haddock, or tilapia. Adjust baking time accordingly.
A sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese during the last few minutes of baking can add a delightful nutty flavor.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.1/ 5 ( 201 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)
  • Sam Sauerschoen

    Great weeknight meal! Quick, easy, and healthy.

  • Antwan Johnson

    This recipe is so easy and delicious! My family loved it!

  • Dante Kemmer

    The fish was so tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.

  • Domenick Murphy

    I added a sprinkle of parmesan cheese at the end, as suggested, and it was amazing!

  • Kirsten Howe

    I used fresh basil from my garden and it made all the difference!

  • Cierra Gulgowski

    I substituted cod for the flounder and it worked perfectly. The lemon and basil are a great combination.

  • Lenora Friesen

    I was a bit skeptical about the garlic powder, but it really complemented the other flavors.

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