Baked Mahi Mahi, Greek Style!
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
513 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Greek
Baked Mahi Mahi, Greek Style!
Description
This recipe involves marinating mahi mahi fillets in olive oil infused with garlic, oregano, rosemary, cumin, Aleppo pepper, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, which imparts a layered and fragrant flavor to the fish. The marination step enhances the taste and gently tenderizes the fillets. Baking at 400°F alongside cherry tomatoes coated in olive oil and seasoning allows the fish to cook to a flaky, opaque texture while the tomatoes soften and caramelize slightly.
The combination of Mediterranean herbs and spices creates a balanced flavor profile that highlights the mild, slightly sweet flavor of mahi mahi. The use of Aleppo pepper adds a mildly spicy and fruity note typical of Greek cuisine. Roasting rather than pan-frying keeps the preparation simple and less oily.
Serving suggestions include pairing with traditional Mediterranean sides such as brown rice, Greek potatoes, lemon rice, or roasted vegetables like briam, making it a complete meal. The recipe notes recommend serving the fish fresh from the oven and limiting marination time to preserve fish texture.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces mahi mahi fillets about 2
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic roughly chopped
- 1 tsp oregano dried
- 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tsp rosemary dried
- 1 lemon juice of
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp Aleppo pepper or pul biber
- 3 cups cherry tomato
Instructions
- Place the mahi mahi in a bowl and set aside.
- In a small bowl mix 2 tablespoons of the olive oil with chopped garlic, oregano, black pepper, rosemary, lemon juice, salt, cumin and Aleppo pepper. Drizzle over the mahi mahi and make sure all parts of the fillets are coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes if time permits.
- Preheat the oven to 400° F and coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. You can also line the baking sheet with aluminum foil first and coat it with cooking spray to make cleaning easier.
- Mix the cherry tomatoes with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper. Arrange them on the baking sheet.
- Place the marinated fish on the baking sheet and Top with the garlic and spices that were in the marinade.
- Bake at 400° F for about 20 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily and the tomatoes are roasted.
Notes
- Thaw frozen mahi mahi completely before starting to ensure even cooking.
- Marinate the fish for up to one hour; longer marination can negatively affect the texture.
- Cooking time remains the same when doubling or tripling the recipe.
- Serve immediately once cooked, alongside Mediterranean-style side dishes such as Greek potatoes or lemon rice.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 513 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 513kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 45g | 90% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 21g | 105% |
| Cholesterol | 166mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 818mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 1567mg | 33% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1687IU | 34% |
| Vitamin C | 82mg | 91% |
| Calcium | 110mg | 11% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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