Roasted Halibut with Broccoli
Prep
15 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in just 40 minutes flat. Halibut is such a delicate, flaky fish that pairs beautifully with roasted broccoli and garlic, and the best part is that everything cooks on one sheet pan. Halibut is packed with lean protein and omega 3 fatty acids, which are wonderful for your heart health. The lemon and fresh thyme brighten up the whole dish without any fuss, and honestly, it feels fancy enough to impress guests but simple enough that anyone can master it.
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Ingredients
- 4halibut fillets(6 oz each, skin removed)
- ¾ kgfresh broccoli(cut into florets)
- 4 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
- 4garlic cloves(minced)
- 1fresh lemon(zested and juiced)
- 3 tablespoonsunsalted butter
- 1 teaspoonkosher salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 4fresh thyme sprigs
- ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F. Pat the halibut fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
Tip: Dry fish ensures better browning and a crispy exterior.
- 2
Toss the broccoli florets with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, half the minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread them in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
Tip: Space broccoli evenly for maximum caramelization.
- 3
Roast the broccoli for 10 minutes until the edges begin to turn golden brown.
- 4
Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil shimmers, carefully place the halibut fillets in the pan skin-side up.
Tip: An oven-safe skillet allows you to finish cooking in the oven without transferring.
- 5
Sear the halibut for 2-3 minutes until the bottom is lightly golden, then remove the pan from heat.
Tip: Don't flip the fish; you want to keep the delicate side intact.
- 6
Push the roasted broccoli to the sides of the baking sheet and arrange the halibut fillets in the center, skin-side down. Top each fillet with a thyme sprig.
- 7
Roast together in the oven for 10-12 minutes until the halibut flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
Tip: Halibut is delicate; avoid overcooking or it will become dry.
- 8
While the fish and broccoli finish roasting, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the remaining minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Tip: This quick sauce adds brightness and richness to the dish.
- 9
Transfer the roasted halibut and broccoli to serving plates and drizzle the lemon-garlic butter sauce over the top.
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