Whole Roasted Artic Char with Asparagus and Tomato
Experience the delightful flavors of the Mediterranean with this whole roasted Arctic char, accompanied by asparagus and cherry tomatoes. A simple yet elegant dish, it's perfect for those seeking a nutritious, heart-healthy meal that's as beneficial as it is delicious.
Servings: 4
Calories: 307.4kcal
Ingredients
- 1 arctic char whole, about 2-3 lb, cleaned*
- 1 large red onion halved
- 1 large tomato finely diced
- 1 lemon
- 10 leaves basil finely chopped (optional)
- 15 cherry tomato
- 1 bunch asparagus tough ends removed
- 3 tbsp olive oil divided
- 1 pinch pepper freshly ground, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400˚F. Place the rack in the center of the oven. Line a medium-size roasting pan with foil (unless you don’t mind washing the pan, then you don’t need to line it) and then line it with parchment, leaving an overhang.
- Make 4-5 diagonal shallow slits in the skin and flesh of the fish, season the fish inside and out with less than half of the pepper. Place the fish inside the parchment lined roasting pan,1 arctic char
- Slice half the onion into half moon slices and finely dice the other half. Distribute the sliced onion around the fish.1 large red onion
- In a small mixing bowl, mix together the diced onion, diced tomato, juice from half of the lemon, the chopped basil (if using) and pepper. Drizzle with some of the olive oil, mix this all up. Stuff this mixture inside the cavity of the fish.1 large tomato, 1 lemon, 10 leaves basil
- Place the cherry tomatoes all around the fish. Drizzle the whole thing with a little more of the olive oil (save a little bit), season with pepper, squeeze the other half of the lemon over the fish and tomatoes and place the two lemon halves in the roasting pan.15 cherry tomato, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 pinch pepper
- Bake for 20 minutes, and remove from the oven. Place half of the asparagus on either side of the fish, nestle them in a little and drizzle with the rest of the olive oil, put the pan back into the oven and continue roasting for another 20-25 minutes. You know it is ready when the skin of the fish blisters a little and turns golden brown and the skin splits a little.1 bunch asparagus
- Cut the flesh of the fish in sections and serve without the skin.
Cooking Tips
- Fish Preparation: Making shallow slits in the fish not only allows for even cooking but also lets the flavors of the stuffing and seasoning penetrate the flesh.
- Vegetable Roasting: Adding asparagus midway through cooking ensures they are perfectly tender and not overcooked.
- Serving Suggestion: Removing the skin before serving makes the dish more palatable and highlights the delicate flavor of the fish.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Whole Roasted Artic Char with Asparagus and Tomato
Amount per Serving
Calories
307.4
% Daily Value*
Fat
19.6
g
30
%
Saturated Fat
4
g
25
%
Cholesterol
52.9
mg
18
%
Sodium
107.3
mg
5
%
Potassium
757.1
mg
22
%
Carbohydrates
9
g
3
%
Fiber
2.1
g
9
%
Sugar
4.3
g
5
%
Protein
24.2
g
48
%
Vitamin C
37.7
mg
46
%
Vitamin D
10.2
µg
68
%
Calcium
52.1
mg
5
%
Iron
2.2
mg
12
%
Magnesium
46.7
mg
12
%
Zinc
1
mg
7
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.