Red Snapper Fillets In Packages With Tomatoes Olives Capers Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with these flavorful Red Snapper Fillets, individually baked in foil packets for a burst of fresh Mediterranean flavors! Prepare ahead for ultimate convenience – make these the day before and refrigerate. Simply remove from the fridge an hour before baking for a truly effortless, restaurant-quality meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 261.4 kcal
Protein 91g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Red Snapper Fillets In Packages With Tomatoes Olives Capers

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Red Snapper Fillets In Packages With Tomatoes Olives Capers

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How to Make Red Snapper Fillets In Packages With Tomatoes Olives Capers

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Cut twelve 12-inch squares of heavy-duty aluminum foil.
  3. Place a foil square on a work surface with one corner pointing towards you.
  4. In the bottom half of the foil square, place 1 tablespoon of chopped shallots and 4-5 cherry tomatoes, halved.
  5. Top with one 4-6 oz red snapper fillet.
  6. Add 1 teaspoon pitted Kalamata olives, 1/2 teaspoon capers, a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper, and a sprig of fresh thyme.
  7. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
  8. Fold the top half of the foil square over the fish, then fold the sides over twice to create a sealed packet.
  9. Repeat with remaining ingredients and foil squares.
  10. Place the foil packets in a large baking dish.
  11. Bake for 15 minutes, then rotate the pan and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. (Cooking time will depend on the thickness of the fillets).
  12. Carefully open one packet to check for doneness. If the fish is not opaque, reseal and bake for a few more minutes.
  13. Serve 2 foil packets per person, allowing each diner to open their own packet at the table to enjoy the aromatic steam!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

4g

Carbs

2g