Light Fish-Shaped Meal (Printable format)

Tender white fish with colorful vegetable accents shaped for an elegant light meal.

# List of ingredients:

→ Fish

01 - 2 small white fish fillets (e.g., cod or sole, approximately 4 ounces each)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
04 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 small carrot
06 - 1 small zucchini
07 - 1/2 red bell pepper
08 - 1/2 yellow bell pepper
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

→ Decoration

10 - 4 black olives
11 - 2 slices cucumber

# How to make it:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - Place fish fillets flat. Trim one end into a point to form the fish head and cut small notches along the sides for fins.
03 - Brush fillets with olive oil, then sprinkle with lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Arrange on the prepared baking tray.
04 - Slice carrot, zucchini, and bell peppers thinly. Layer slices as colorful scales over the fillets, reserving some for the tail and fins.
05 - Place olive slices for eyes and cucumber slices to represent the mouth and tail. Arrange remaining vegetables to complete tail and fins.
06 - Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes until fish is cooked through and vegetables remain vibrant and tender.
07 - Transfer carefully to serving plates. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Healthy and light meal
  • Visually appealing and fun for all ages
02 -
  • Swap white fish with salmon for a richer flavor and color
  • For a vegetarian version, use tofu cut in the shape of a fish
03 -
  • Use a sharp knife to carefully shape the fish for the best presentation
  • Arrange vegetables before baking to keep colors vibrant
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