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Baked White Fish With Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Tender, flaky white fish seasoned with lemon, garlic, and herbs, baked to perfection alongside caramelized, oven-roasted sweet potatoes. This easy, wholesome meal is full of flavor and comes together in under an hour—perfect for busy weeknights or a light, healthy dinner any day.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 44 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes​
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided​
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste​
  • 4 white fish fillets such as cod or haddock, about 6 ounces each​
  • 1 lemon thinly sliced​
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika​
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme​
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish​

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or aluminum foil
  • Mixing bowls
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Prepare the Sweet Potatoes
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.​
Roast the Sweet Potatoes
  1. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the sweet potatoes for 15 minutes.
  2. This initial roasting ensures they become tender and develop a caramelized exterior.​
Prepare the Fish
  1. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, and dried thyme. Brush this mixture evenly over the fish fillets.​
Combine and Bake
  1. After the sweet potatoes have roasted for 15 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Arrange the seasoned fish fillets on top of the partially roasted sweet potatoes.
  2. Place lemon slices over the fish for added flavor. Return the baking sheet to the oven and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the sweet potatoes are tender.​
Serve
  1. Once cooked, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Garnish the fish and sweet potatoes with freshly chopped parsley. Serve hot, ensuring each plate has a portion of both the fish and roasted sweet potatoes.​

Notes

Ensure that the fish is cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for safe consumption. If using frozen fish fillets, thaw them thoroughly in the refrigerator before cooking to ensure even baking.​