Lemon-Garlic Sea Bass with Creamed Spinach
Lemon-Garlic Sea Bass with Creamed Spinach is a mouthwatering dish that blends tender sea bass fillets with a tangy lemon-garlic sauce, beautifully paired with rich, creamy spinach. This recipe strikes the perfect balance between flavor and elegance, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With vibrant colors and simple preparation, you’ll impress your guests or indulge yourself in a truly unforgettable meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
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- 4 fresh sea bass fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 lemons, juiced
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil.
- Pat the sea bass fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a pan, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add seasoned sea bass fillets skin-side down; cook until golden brown, then transfer to the oven for about 10 minutes until flaky.
- In another pan, add spinach and a splash of olive oil; cook until wilted. Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper until thickened.
- Plate the sea bass alongside the creamed spinach and drizzle lemon-garlic sauce over the fish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with creamed spinach (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 97mg