Lemon-Garlic Sea Bass with Creamed Spinach: A Delicious Escape

This Lemon-Garlic Sea Bass with Creamed Spinach is a delightful dish that transforms a simple dinner into a special occasion.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 2 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 480

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sea Bass

2 fillets Sea Bass substitute with cod or tilapia if desired
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for a lighter option
2 cloves Minced Garlic fresh garlic preferred
2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice or lime juice for a different citrus note

For the Creamed Spinach

4 cups Fresh Spinach or kale for a different flavor
1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for a lighter dish

Equipment

Oven
Skillet
Baking Dish
parchment paper

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with parchment paper or nonstick spray.
Pat the sea bass fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet, add minced garlic, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Place seasoned sea bass in baking dish, pour garlic and butter over, drizzle with lemon juice, and bake for 15-20 minutes.
In the same skillet, melt another tablespoon of butter, add spinach, cook until wilted, then pour in heavy cream and simmer until thickened.
Plate sea bass alongside creamed spinach and garnish with lemon wedges or a squeeze of lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 38gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 560mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure to avoid burning the garlic and check the fish while baking to prevent overcooking.

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