Italian-Style Baked Haddock
This Italian-Style Baked Haddock is a delightful and healthy dish featuring tender haddock fillets baked with a flavorful tomato, onion, and bell pepper sauce, topped with melted mozzarella cheese. It’s a nutritious option that’s rich in low-fat protein, magnesium, and selenium.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 40 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
4 (8 oz) haddock fillets
2 cups grated mozzarella cheese
1 small onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 (14.5 oz) can chopped tomatoes
0.25 cup butter
0.25 tsp dried basil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch glass baking dish.
Sauté Vegetables: Melt butter in a sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and dried basil. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
Prepare Sauce: Stir in the chopped tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Cook the sauce, stirring constantly, for approximately 5 minutes.
Arrange Fillets: Arrange haddock fillets in the prepared baking dish. Pour the sauce over the fillets and sprinkle with grated mozzarella cheese.
Bake: Bake for 25 minutes, until the fish is cooked through and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Serve: Plate, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
Cooking Tip: Ensure the haddock fillets are evenly coated with the sauce to enhance flavor.
Serving Suggestion: Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad for a balanced meal.
Optional Garnish: Garnish with fresh basil or parsley for added color and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: Approximately 300-350 calories per serving (depending on specific ingredient brands and measurements)