Zesty Lemon Fish

Name: Zesty Lemon Fish
Yield: 2 Servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound fish fillets (whitefish, cod, or halibut); 1/2 onion, small (sliced); 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon canola oil (or cooking oil of your choice); 3/4 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley; dried paprika (optional)

Source: Cooking For You or Two University of Wyoming Extension Cent$ible Nutrition Program

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

Lemon pepper combined with lemon juice, onions, and parsley give this entrée loads of flavor and takes less than 30 minutes to cook. Pairs well with a salad and brown rice.

Makes

2 Servings

Ingredients

1/2 pound fish fillets (whitefish, cod, or halibut)
1/2 onion, small (sliced)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon canola oil (or cooking oil of your choice)
3/4 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
dried paprika (optional)

Directions

Wash hands with soap and water.
Separate fish into two serving size pieces. Place on an ungreased baking sheet.
Top with onion slices.
Drizzle lemon juice and oil evenly over fish.
Sprinkle lemon pepper, parsley, and dust with paprika (optional).
Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Bake at 350 °F for 20 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with fork.

Notes

Cod used for costing and nutrition analysis. Use other herbs or seasonings as desired. Learn more about: Onions Lemons Herbs

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