Baked Flounder Recipe (The Best Way)
I’ve shared hundreds of easy 30-minute dinners over the years, and the one thing I never compromise on is taste. This Baked Flounder is one of those go-to recipes I lean on when I want something light, quick (ready in 20 minutes!), and still full of flavor. You don’t need special equipment or fancy ingredients, just a baking dish, some lemon and garlic, and a few pantry spices.
Calories 162kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 12 oz flounder fillets This was 4-5 fillets for me.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter I used unsalted butter.
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease a baking dish with butter, olive oil, or nonstick spray.
- Pat the flounder fillets dry with paper towels and lay them flat in the baking dish in a single layer.12 oz flounder fillets
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil (or butter), lemon juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt and pepper to taste
- Pour the mixture evenly over the fillets, using a spoon or brush to coat the tops.
- Bake uncovered for 6 minutes. Sprinkle the grated the parmesan on top of the fish.¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Bake for and additional 6-8 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. (Thinner fillets may cook faster.)
- Serve the fish drizzled in butter sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 4oz | Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 10g