U.S. flag

An official website of the United States government

Baked Fish

Baked Fish
Makes: 4 Servings

This dish can be served with vegetables and rice, pastas, or potatoes.

Ingredients

  • nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 pound fish fillets (whitefish, trout, or tilapia)
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning (optional)

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 °F.
  2. Place about a 12-inch piece of foil on the counter. Coat the foil with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. Place the fillets in the middle of the foil. If the fillets have skin, place the skin side down.
  4. Spread the onions, salt, pepper, and oil on top of the fillets. If using lemon pepper seasoning, add that too.
  5. Fold the foil over the fish to wrap it. Place foil pouch on a baking sheet, and place it in the oven.
  6. Bake the fish for 15 to 20 minutes until the fish is flaky when tested with a fork.
  7. Divide into four portions and serve.

Notes

Tip for cooking fish: The recommended safe minimum internal temperature for fish is 145 °F, as measured with a food thermometer.

Learn more about:

Source:

A Harvest of Recipes with USDA Foods
Adapted from a recipe by Veronica “Babe” Newago, Red Cliff Ojibwe

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 138
Total Fat 5 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 45 mg
Sodium 194 mg
Carbohydrates 4 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 21 g
Vitamin D 3 mcg
Calcium 20 mg
Iron 1 mg
Potassium 358 mg

N/A will display when nutrient data is unavailable

Please note: nutrient values are subject to change as data is updated

Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 138
Total Fat 5 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
Linoleic Acid 1 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.2 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 45 mg
Carbohydrates 4 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 21 g
Minerals
Calcium 20 mg
Potassium 358 mg
Sodium 194 mg
Copper 0 mg
Iron 1 mg
Magnesium 31 mg
Phosphorus 173 mg
Selenium 43 mg
Zinc 0 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 0 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.1 mg
Vitamin B12 1.5 mcg
Vitamin C 2 mg
Vitamin D 3 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 4 mcg
Folate 11 mcg
Thiamin 0.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.1 mg
Niacin 4 mg
Choline 43 mg

N/A will display when nutrient data is unavailable

Please note: nutrient values are subject to change as data is updated

MyPlate Food Groups

Protein Foods 2 1/2 ounces
Vegetables 1/4 cups
Shop Simple home screen on a phone

Shop Simple with MyPlate

Find savings in your area and discover new ways to prepare budget-friendly foods.

Learn more

Alexa Speakers and Devices

MyPlate on Alexa

Get MyPlate nutrition tips on Amazon Alexa devices or the free Alexa app.

Learn more

Start Simple app on phone and watch

Start Simple with MyPlate App

Build healthy eating habits one goal at a time! Download the Start Simple with MyPlate app today.

Learn more

logo for the Dietary Guidelines for Americans

MyPlate.gov is based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025