Description
Lemon-Garlic Sea Bass with Creamed Spinach is a delightful dish that perfectly balances zesty flavors and creamy textures. Fresh sea bass fillets are seared until golden and served atop a luscious creamed spinach, creating a meal that’s both elegant and comforting. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish promises to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings with every flavorful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sea bass fillets (6 oz each)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season sea bass fillets with salt and pepper, place them in the baking dish, and drizzle with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, combine minced garlic with lemon juice; pour the mixture over the fish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté remaining minced garlic until fragrant, then add spinach until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir until well combined; season to taste.
- Serve the sea bass on a plate alongside creamed spinach, drizzling extra lemon juice on top if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with creamed spinach (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 47g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute sea bass with cod or halibut. Enhance the creamed spinach by adding grated Parmesan cheese or red pepper flakes for heat. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days.