Baked Halibut with Cucumber Salsa Verde

Entree | 2 servings

Delicate halibut provides a pristine canvas for this vibrant cucumber salsa verde that captures everything you love about your Number 3 in one bright, herbaceous topping. The fish's natural oils meld with the cucumber's cool crunch and lime's zesty pop, while a whisper of habanero heat keeps each bite interesting. Finish with a drizzle of green olive oil and you've created an entrée that feels both refined and utterly refreshing.

Ingredients

• 2 halibut fillets (6 ounces each)
• 2 cups English cucumber, finely diced
• 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 habanero pepper, minced
• 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• Sea salt and white pepper
• Lemon for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Season halibut fillets with salt and white pepper; place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
3. Bake 12-15 minutes until fish flakes easily with a fork.
4. While fish cooks, combine cucumber, parsley, basil, dill, and garlic in a bowl.
5. Whisk together habanero, lime juice, and olive oil in separate bowl.
6. Toss salsa verde with dressing just before serving.
7. Top baked halibut with cucumber salsa verde.
8. Serve with fresh lemon wedges.