Branzino with Olive Salsa

Ingredients

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For the fish

• 4 branzino fillets

• 1 Tsp garlic powder

• Salt and pepper

• 1 lemon, sliced

• Olive oil

For the salsa

• 1/3 cup green olives, finely chopped

• 1/4 cup parsley and cilantro, finely chopped

• 1 shallot, thinly sliced and diced

• 2 Tbsp high quality olive oil

• 1/2 lemon, juiced

• 1 Tsp grated orange zest

• 1 clove garlic, crushed in garlic press

• 1/4 Tsp red pepper flakes

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Helpful Tips

Branzino is the same as European sea bass! I had no idea until I travel to Greece this past summer

It is really important that the fish is dry before you season it

You can also blend all the ingredients for the salsa in a food processor

For easy clean up, I line a baking try with nonstick foil

Instructions

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1. Preheat the oven to 400 F

2. In a small bowl, prepare the olive salsa by combining all salsa ingredients and stir together; set aside

3. Dry the branzino with a paper towel and season it with garlic powder, salt, pepper and a drizzle of olive oil. Place a few slices of lemon in the pan

4. Cook the fillets for ~10 minutes, adding more time and checking frequently to ensure it is cooked through (optional to broil fish for a few minutes for a crispier outer layer)

5. Serve with lemon slices on the side and along with salsa