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Oven Baked Whole Snapper

A Mediterranean-style whole roasted snapper baked with lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs for a flavorful and elegant seafood dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 whole snapper 2-3 lbs, cleaned
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic sliced
  • 1 lemon sliced
  • 0.25 cup parsley chopped
  • 4 sprigs thyme

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Roasting pan
  • Sharp knife
  • Fish spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Score and season the fish with oil, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  3. Stuff cavity with lemon, garlic, parsley, and thyme.
  4. Place on baking sheet and roast 25–30 minutes.
  5. Rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Ensure fish is fully cleaned and scaled before cooking.