Super Delicious and Elegant Oven Baked Whole Branzino Fish

branzino fish

🥗Healthier: sea bass

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Sea bass provides a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive while still providing a neutral flavor.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: water

Chicken broth adds flavor without alcohol.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Clean and scale the branzino fish, removing the insides.

Pat the fish dry with paper towels.

Drizzle olive oil over the fish, rubbing it in evenly.

Season the inside and outside of the fish with salt and black pepper.

Stuff the cavity of the fish with lemon slices, garlic cloves, and fresh herbs.

Place the fish on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Scatter capers, cherry tomatoes, onion slices, and zucchini around the fish.

Drizzle more olive oil over the vegetables and season with salt and pepper.

Pour white wine around the fish on the baking sheet.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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