The baked sea bream fillets with cherry tomatoes and olives are the perfect seafood main course when you want to bring flavor, lightness, and simplicity to the table without sacrificing an elegant and tasty result.
Just a few Mediterranean ingredients — juicy cherry tomatoes, black olives, capers, fresh parsley, and a good white wine — are enough to transform ready-to-cook sea bream fillets into a dish that smells like the sea and home.
The preparation is really within everyone’s reach: you arrange everything in a baking dish, season it carefully, and let the oven do the work, enhancing the flavors without overshadowing the fish’s delicacy. A great advantage? You can also prepare the baked sea bream fillets in advance and reheat them just a few minutes before serving, keeping all their goodness intact.
Ideal for a light lunch, a casual dinner, or a special occasion, this dish is one of those fish recipes that everyone agrees on, with minimal effort and maximum result. A simple dish, but made right.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Medium
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 4 people
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients for Baked Sea Bream Fillets with Cherry Tomatoes and Olives
- 6 fresh sea bream, fillets
- 1 1/4 cups cherry tomatoes
- 4 1/4 oz Taggiasca olives
- 1 tbsp capers
- 1 glass white wine
- 1 bunch parsley
- 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
Preparation of Baked Sea Bream Fillets with Cherry Tomatoes and Olives
Rinse the sea bream fillets under running water and gently pat them dry with paper towels.
Wash the cherry tomatoes, cut them into wedges, and season with a pinch of salt.
Pit the olives and leave them whole.
Grease a baking dish with a drizzle of oil. Arrange the sea bream fillets. Then add the cherry tomatoes, pitted olives, desalted capers, and chopped parsley.
Drizzle everything with the oil and half a glass of white wine.
Bake the sea bream fillets with cherry tomatoes and olives in a preheated oven for 25 minutes at 350°F. Halfway through cooking, add the remaining white wine.
When the fillets are ready, remove them from the oven and collect the cooking juices. Strain it and set it aside. You will use it to season the sea bream fillets when serving. Heat it just for a few minutes.
Suggestion
You can also prepare this recipe in advance. You’ll just need to reheat the sea bream fillets for about ten minutes at 300°F. Then add the reserved sauce.
You can also use frozen sea bream fillets; in this case, thaw them first. Make sure they are of good quality.
Storage of Baked Sea Bream Fillets
The baked sea bream fillets with cherry tomatoes can be stored in the refrigerator for 1–2 days, in an airtight container. When serving, reheat them gently in the oven or in a skillet over low heat, adding a tablespoon of their cooking juices if necessary.
Freezing is not recommended, to avoid altering the fish’s delicate texture.
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FAQ
What can I serve with this dish?
Baked sea bream fillets with cherry tomatoes pair wonderfully with steamed vegetables, roasted potatoes, or a simple fresh salad.
Can I prepare the baked sea bream fillets with cherry tomatoes in advance?
Absolutely yes. You can cook them in advance and reheat them just before serving, preserving flavor and tenderness.
Can I use whole sea bream instead of fillets?
Yes, but you will need to clean and fillet it first. For a quicker and more convenient preparation, ready-to-cook fillets remain the best choice.
