Name: Pan-Seared Branzino with Lemon-Herb Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 8 oz Branzino fillets; 0.5 tsp sea salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper; 1.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tbsp fresh parsley; 1 tsp fresh dill; 1 clove garlic; 1 cup asparagus spears

Nutrition

Per serving

489 calories

Protein: 50g; 40% of calories
Carbs: 10g; 8% of calories
Fat: 29g; 52% of calories

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Instructions

Prep 10 min · Cook 10 min

Pat the branzino fillets completely dry with a paper towel and season both sides with sea salt and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large stainless steel or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Place the fillets skin-side down in the hot pan, pressing gently with a spatula for 30 seconds to ensure even contact.
Sear the fish for 4 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy, then carefully flip and cook for another 2 minutes.
While the fish cooks, whisk together the remaining 0.5 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, parsley, and dill in a small bowl.
Remove the fish from the pan and quickly sauté the asparagus spears in the same skillet for 3-4 minutes until vibrant green and tender-crisp.
Plate the branzino alongside the asparagus and spoon the fresh lemon-herb sauce over the fish before serving.

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