Roasted Mahi Mahi 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 under an hour and tastes restaurant quality. Mahi mahi is such a fantastic lean protein, packed with omega 3 fatty acids that are wonderful for your heart and brain health. What I love most is how simple the whole thing is to pull off. You just roast everything on one sheet pan, and the broccoli gets beautifully caramelized while the fish stays tender and flaky. The garlic, lemon, and fresh thyme create this amazing flavor combination that makes the whole meal feel special without any fussy techniques. It's healthy, quick, and honestly, it never disappoints.
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Ingredients
- 4mahi mahi fillets(6 oz each)
- 1183 mlfresh broccoli florets(cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 3 tablespoonsolive oil
- 2 tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
- 4garlic cloves(minced)
- 1 teaspoonpaprika
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 2 teaspoonsfresh thyme(dried is fine)
- 1red onion(thinly sliced)
- 1lemon(sliced for garnish)
- 1 tablespoonbutter
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Tip: Parchment paper prevents sticking and makes cleanup effortless.
- 2
Pat the mahi mahi fillets dry with paper towels and arrange them on one half of the prepared baking sheet.
Tip: Drying the fish helps it brown better and prevents steaming.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
Tip: Making the marinade ahead ensures even seasoning throughout cooking.
- 4
Brush half of the marinade over the mahi mahi fillets, then place lemon slices on top of each fillet.
Tip: Lemon slices add flavor and moisture while preventing the fish from drying out.
- 5
Toss the broccoli florets and red onion slices with the remaining marinade, then spread them evenly on the other half of the baking sheet alongside the fish.
Tip: Keeping vegetables separate prevents them from steaming the fish.
- 6
Dot the butter over the broccoli and roast everything in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the mahi mahi flakes easily with a fork and broccoli is tender with crispy edges.
Tip: The fish is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F on a meat thermometer.
- 7
Remove from the oven and let rest for 2 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute in the fish.
Tip: Resting ensures the fish stays moist and tender.
- 8
Divide the roasted mahi mahi and broccoli among four plates and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.
Tip: Serve with a side of brown rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
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