Roasted Halibut with Green Bean and Lemon Butter Sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss green beans with 2 tablespoons olive oil, half the minced garlic, salt, and pepper on a large baking sheet. Spread in a single layer and roast for 12 minutes until beginning to soften and lightly char.

   Tip: Don't overcrowd the pan—this helps beans caramelize rather than steam.

2. 2

   While beans are roasting, pat halibut fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Brush with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil.

   Tip: Dry fish ensures better browning and prevents sticking.

3. 3

   Remove baking sheet from oven and push green beans to the sides. Arrange halibut fillets in the center, top each with a thyme sprig and a few slices of shallot.

4. 4

   Return to oven and bake for 12-14 minutes until halibut is opaque and flakes easily with a fork—do not overcook.

   Tip: Halibut continues to cook slightly after removal, so pull it out when just barely cooked through.

5. 5

   While fish bakes, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add remaining garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and zest.

   Tip: Keep heat low to prevent the butter from browning.

6. 6

   Transfer halibut and green beans to serving plates. Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the fish and beans. Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges on the side.