Citrus, Dill and Fennel Sea Bass

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0

Citrus, Dill and Fennel Sea Bass Recipe

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 whole sea bass , scaled and gutted
	salt & freshly ground black pepper
	1 fennel bulb , finely chopped
	1 orange , juice and zest of , grated
	1 lemon , juice and zest of , grated
	extra virgin olive oil
	1/2 bunch dill , finely chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

325

Sugar

Fat

20g

This citrus, dill, and fennel sea bass recipe is a light and refreshing meal that can be served as a delightful lunch or dinner. The sea bass is marinated with bright citrus juices, fresh dill, and aromatic fennel, and then roasted to perfection. The warm, flaky, and flavorful sea bass pairs well with a side of tender vegetables or a light green salad. Not only is this dish delicious, but it is also easy to make and packed with health benefits.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 220°C.
2.	In a large baking tray, place the sea bass and score the skin diagonally at 1 cm intervals.
3.	Rub the sea bass with salt and pepper.
4.	In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped fennel, orange zest, orange juice, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and dill.
5.	Stuff the fennel mixture inside the sea bass cavity and spread it around outside the fish.
6.	Roast the sea bass for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown, flaky, and cooked through.

PROS

The combination of citrus and fennel gives the sea bass a flavorful and aromatic taste.
It is also a healthy and light meal, low in calories and high in protein.

This recipe is easy to make, and the roasting method creates a beautifully crispy skin on the fish.

CONS

Sea bass can be expensive, and it may not be available fresh in all areas.
The preparation of the fish can also be time-consuming, especially if you need to scale and gut the fish yourself.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sea bass is a great source of Omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for heart health and brain function.
The fennel in this recipe is high in fiber and contains antioxidants that have been linked to reducing inflammation and improving digestion.