A pristine white plate is the canvas for our vibrant dish. Centered is the tender, white flesh of the snapper, coated with reddish-brown Cajun spices. Surrounding the fish is a colorful mélange of red, yellow, and green heirloom tomatoes, speckled with dark bits of assorted olives, and fine, green sprigs of herbs. Edible flowers sprinkled around bring pops of color, creating a feast for the eyes.

Cajun-Spiced Mediterranean Snapper

Name: Cajun-Spiced Mediterranean Snapper
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: Red snapper fillets, 2 medium-sized; Heirloom tomatoes, 1 cup diced; Mixed olives, 1/2 cup pitted and chopped; Fresh basil leaves, a handful; Fresh mint leaves, a handful; Cajun seasoning, 2 tablespoons; Lemon, 1 zested and juiced; Edible flowers, to taste garnish; Extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons; Salt, to taste

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 15 minutes

Style Fusion

Technique Roasting

Diet Friendly Mediterranean

Daily Recipe: September 03, 2023

Welcome to a unique fusion of bright Mediterranean flavors brought to life with a hit of Cajun spice! Our star ingredients include fresh red snapper, ripe heirloom tomatoes, a mix of olives, and a sprinkle of Cajun herbs to bring that unexpected kick.

Ingredients (for 2)

Red snapper fillets - 2 medium-sized
Heirloom tomatoes - 1 cup - diced
Mixed olives - 1/2 cup - pitted and chopped
Fresh basil leaves - a handful
Fresh mint leaves - a handful
Cajun seasoning - 2 tablespoons
Lemon - 1 - zested and juiced
Edible flowers - to taste - garnish
Extra-virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Salt - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🔥🌡️⏲️

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2 - 🐟🍋🧂

In a shallow dish, season the snapper fillets with Cajun seasoning, lemon zest, and a sprinkle of salt.
Step 3 - 🍳🔥🐟

Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear the fillets for about 2 minutes on each side, until they attain a golden crust.
Step 4 - 🍳🔥🕑

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast the snapper for about 10 - 12 minutes, until the fish flakes easily.
Step 5 - 🥗🍅🍋

While the snapper is roasting, mix the diced tomatoes, chopped olives, lemon juice, remaining olive oil, salt, basil, and mint leaves. Let it marinate in the refrigerator.
Step 6 - 🐟🥗🌸

Plate the roasted snapper fillets with the chilled tomato-olive salad. Garnish with edible flowers for impressive visual appeal.
Step 7 - 🍽️😋👍

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Additional

This delightful dish is light but satisfying, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious diners. Don't hesitate to switch up the fish for whatever you have on hand, Mahi Mahi or Halibut works great too. Adding a touch of honey to the tomato-olive salad can create a lovely balance with the acidic and peppery flavors. Encourage your little chefs to help with preparing the salad and garnishing the plates with flowers!