Seared Fish Fillets with Vibrant Green Salad: Your Weeknight Secret Weapon

Seared Fish Fillets with Vibrant Green Salad: Your Weeknight Secret Weapon

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Seared Fish Fillets with Vibrant Green Salad

Quick, delicious, and healthy seared fish fillets paired with a crisp green salad and a zesty lemon-herb vinaigrette.

5 from 1 review
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Servings 4
Calories 380 kcal

📝 Ingredients

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1
    Pat fish fillets dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Season both sides of each fish fillet generously with this mixture.
  2. 2
    Prepare the vinaigrette: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. 3
    Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully place seasoned fish fillets in the hot pan. Sear for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and flaky. Adjust heat if fish is browning too quickly.
  4. 4
    While fish cooks, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion in a large salad bowl.
  5. 5
    Once fish is cooked, remove from pan and let rest for a minute. Drizzle about half of the prepared vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  6. 6
    Divide dressed salad among four plates. Top each salad with a seared fish fillet. Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges for squeezing.

💡 Notes

For best results, use fresh, firm white fish fillets. The salad vegetables are highly customizable – feel free to add bell peppers, shredded carrots, or radishes. Dressing can be made up to 3 days in advance. Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored separately and reheated gently.

🥗 Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 380 kcal
Protein 35g
Total Fat 20g
Saturated Fat 4g
Carbs 15g
Fiber 4g
Sugar 6g
Sodium 520mg
Cholesterol 70mg

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