Baked Haddock With Spinach Recipe

Flaky baked haddock fillets are nestled on a bed of sautéed spinach and juicy tomatoes, then smothered in a luscious homemade creamy tomato sauce. This elegant yet simple recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Impress your family and friends with this delicious and healthy dish!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 286.9 kcal
Protein 77g
Rating 2.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Haddock With Spinach

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How to Make Baked Haddock With Spinach

  1. Cook 10 oz frozen spinach in a small saucepan with 1 cup of boiling water and 1 teaspoon salt for 5 minutes.
  2. Drain the spinach thoroughly in a fine-mesh sieve, pressing out excess water.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium skillet over medium-low heat.
  4. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes, or until softened.
  5. Stir in the drained spinach and 1/4 teaspoon of freshly grated nutmeg.
  6. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  8. Lightly butter a shallow 2-quart casserole dish.
  9. Arrange 1 lb haddock fillets in a single layer in the casserole dish.
  10. Spoon the spinach mixture between the haddock fillets.
  11. Arrange 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes around the haddock.
  12. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon dried herbs (Italian mix recommended) and 1 teaspoon salt.
  13. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until the haddock flakes easily with a fork.
  14. While the haddock bakes, prepare the sauce: Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a small saucepan.
  15. Sauté 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion until tender.
  16. Add 3/4 cup reserved tomato juice (from canned tomatoes) and bring to a boil.
  17. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 1/4 cup reserved tomato juice until smooth.
  18. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the boiling tomato juice mixture.
  19. Continue cooking and stirring until the sauce thickens and returns to a boil.
  20. Pour the sauce over the baked haddock.
  21. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

64 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

21g

Carbs

5g

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