Roasted Snapper with Broccoli
Prep
15 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my go to weeknight dinners because it comes together in just forty minutes and feels fancy without any fuss. Snapper is such a delicate, flaky fish that roasts beautifully with simple seasonings, and pairing it with broccoli makes the whole meal nutritious and satisfying. Broccoli is packed with vitamin C and fiber, which I love knowing I'm getting something good for my body while enjoying real comfort food. The lemon, garlic, and fresh thyme brighten everything up, and honestly, this dish tastes restaurant quality but costs far less and requires minimal cleanup. It's become my favorite way to get dinner on the table on busy nights.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 4snapper fillets(6 oz each, skin-on)
- 1420 mlbroccoli florets(cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 4 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
- 6garlic cloves(thinly sliced)
- 2fresh lemon(zest and juice)
- 2 tablespoonsunsalted butter
- ¾ teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 4fresh thyme sprigs
- ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: This temperature ensures the fish cooks through while developing a light golden exterior.
- 2
Pat the snapper fillets dry with paper towels and arrange them skin-side up on one side of the baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
Tip: Drying the fish helps the skin crisp up and prevents sticking.
- 3
Toss the broccoli florets with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, half the salt, and a pinch of black pepper, then spread them on the other side of the sheet.
Tip: Keeping broccoli separate allows it to roast without steaming on top of the fish.
- 4
Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over each snapper fillet and season with the remaining salt, black pepper, and lemon zest.
Tip: Season the fish just before roasting to prevent the salt from drawing out moisture.
- 5
Scatter the sliced garlic and fresh thyme sprigs over the snapper fillets.
Tip: Place garlic directly on the fish so it infuses flavor into the delicate flesh.
- 6
Roast everything in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until the snapper is opaque and flakes easily with a fork and the broccoli is tender with crispy edges.
Tip: Check doneness by inserting a fork into the thickest part of the fillet—it should flake without resistance.
- 7
Remove from the oven and immediately dot the fish with butter and drizzle fresh lemon juice over both the snapper and broccoli.
Tip: Adding citrus at the end brightens the flavors and provides acidity that complements the richness of the fish.
- 8
Sprinkle red pepper flakes over the top and serve immediately while everything is hot.
Tip: The heat of the dish will melt the butter into a light sauce.
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