Baked Haddock with Lemon and Dill

Ingredients:

• – 4 haddock fillets (about 6 ounces each)
• – 2 tablespoons olive oil
• – 1 lemon, thinly sliced
• – 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried dill)
• – 2 garlic cloves, minced
• – 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• – 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• – Salt and pepper to taste
• – 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• – Lemon wedges (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. **Preheat the Oven**:

   – Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

2. **Prepare the Haddock**:

   – Pat the haddock fillets dry with paper towels. Place them in the prepared baking dish.

3. **Season the Fish**:

– In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

– Brush or drizzle the olive oil mixture evenly over the haddock fillets.

4. **Add Lemon and Dill**:

– Arrange the lemon slices over the top of the fillets.

– Sprinkle the chopped dill over the fish.

5. **Bake**:

   – Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the haddock is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. If using Parmesan cheese, sprinkle it over the fish during the last 5 minutes of baking.

6. **Serve**:

   – Garnish with additional lemon wedges if desired.

This Baked Haddock with Lemon and Dill is light, flavorful, and easy to prepare. The combination of lemon and dill enhances the delicate flavor of the haddock, making it a perfect dish for a healthy dinner. Enjoy!