Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Make the Whipped Feta Base
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a food processor, combine the block of feta cheese, 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 2-3 tablespoons of water. Blend until completely smooth and creamy. If too thick, add the additional tablespoon of water. Spread this delicious whipped feta evenly across the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Prepare the Vegetables
- In a separate medium bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, pitted Kalamata olives, and minced garlic. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the extra virgin olive oil (from the ¼ cup total) and sprinkle with the dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until the vegetables are well-coated.
Assemble the Dish
- Spread the vegetable mixture in an even layer over the top of the whipped feta base. Pat your white fish fillets completely dry with a paper towel and season them on both sides with a little more salt and pepper. Gently nestle the fish fillets into the vegetables, making sure they are snug in the dish.
Final Touches Before Baking
- Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over the fish and the vegetables. Squeeze the fresh juice from half a lemon over the entire dish. This acidity is key to brightening all the flavors. Finally, arrange the thin lemon slices directly on top of the fish fillets.
Bake to Perfection
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes. The fish is done when it is opaque and flakes easily when gently prodded with a fork. For guaranteed perfect results, the internal temperature of the thickest part of the fish should read 145°F (63°C) on an instant-read thermometer.
Garnish and Serve
- Carefully remove the dish from the oven. Sprinkle the fresh, chopped parsley over the top for a final burst of freshness and color. Let it rest for a minute before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results, pat fish fillets completely dry before seasoning and let them sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before baking. Use high-quality block feta for superior flavor. Avoid overcrowding the baking dish to ensure proper roasting. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days and gently reheat in a 300°F oven to prevent rubbery texture.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.