Athenian Fish 20 Minute Meal Recipe

This lightning-fast recipe, inspired by a family-style spring 2009 Publix publication, delivers a healthy and flavorful Mediterranean meal in just 20 minutes! Using flaky white fish like tilapia, snapper, mahi-mahi, or even grouper, this dish is bursting with fresh flavors. Serve with a refreshing cucumber, tomato, and feta salad, alongside warm pita bread and creamy hummus for a complete and satisfying experience. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 257.6 kcal
Protein 58g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Athenian Fish 20 Minute Meal

  • Tilapia Fillets
  • Lemon Pepper
  • All Purpose Greek Seasoning
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Diced Onion
  • Artichoke Hearts
  • Diced Tomatoes
  • White Wine
  • Black Olives

How to Make Athenian Fish 20 Minute Meal

  1. Preheat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes.
  2. While the pan heats, season both sides of the fish fillets with 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and 1 teaspoon Greek seasoning.
  3. Wash your hands.
  4. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the hot pan.
  5. Swirl the pan to coat it evenly with oil.
  6. Add the minced garlic and thinly sliced onion to the pan.
  7. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the onion softens.
  8. Add the fish fillets to the pan.
  9. Top the fish with 1/2 cup chopped Kalamata olives, 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese, and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill.
  10. Cover the pan and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring the vegetables once halfway through. Cooking time will depend on the thickness of the fish.
  11. Check if the fish is cooked through: it's done when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C), the flesh is opaque, and it flakes easily with a fork.
  12. Serve immediately with the cucumber, tomato, and feta salad, pita bread, and hummus.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

6g

Carbs

6g