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Branzino with Citrus Olive Salsa

Branzino with Citrus Olive Salsa for a Fresh Dinner Twist

Enjoy Branzino with Citrus Olive Salsa, a healthy and zesty dish perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Branzino
  • 2 fillets Branzino Fillets Substitutable with tilapia or snapper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil
For the Citrus Olive Salsa
  • 1 cup Green Olives Castelvetrano preferred
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped
  • 1 small Shallot Diced; can substitute red onion
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon Grated Orange Zest Omit if short on time
  • 1 clove Crushed Garlic Can substitute with minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to your spice preference
For Garnish
  • 2 slices Lemon
  • 2 slices Orange

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • air fryer
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine sliced green olives, finely chopped parsley, cilantro, and diced shallot. Drizzle in olive oil and fresh lemon juice, then add grated orange zest and crushed garlic. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes before tossing all ingredients together until well mixed. Allow the salsa to sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. Pat the branzino fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, then drizzle with olive oil.
  3. Choose your cooking method: Air fry at 400°F for 8 minutes; bake at 400°F for about 10 minutes followed by broiling; or pan-fry in a skillet for 3 minutes on each side.
  4. Remove branzino from heat, plate the fillets, and top with citrus olive salsa. Garnish with lemon and orange slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 26gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure fillets are dry before seasoning to achieve crispy skin. Customize salsa ingredients as desired.

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