Roasted Whole Branzino recipe served on a plate, by Nightingale
Jun 04 2026
RestaurantsNightingaleRoasted Whole Branzino Recipe

Roasted Whole Branzino Recipe

Inspired by Nightingale
Time45m
Serves2

Chimichurri, charred lemon

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Ingredients

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Fish

Chimichurri Sauce

Method

Preparing the Chimichurri Sauce

1

Make the Chimichurri

In a bowl, combine the chopped parsley, oregano, garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside to let the flavors meld.

Preparing the Branzino

2

Preheat the oven

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

3

Season the fish

Pat the branzino dry with paper towels. Rub the outside and inside of the fish with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

4

Roast the fish

Place the branzino on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

5

Char the lemon

In the last 5 minutes of roasting, add the lemon wedges to the baking sheet to char them slightly.

Serving

6

Serve

Once the branzino is cooked, remove it from the oven and serve hot with the chimichurri sauce drizzled on top and charred lemon on the side.