Mediterranean Crunchy Fish Platter
Bring on the Mediterranean vibes with a fish platter featuring Gorton’s® Crunchy Breaded Fish Fillets, a fresh tabouli salad, and rainbow carrots.
Ingredients
Gorton's seafood
For the Crunchy Fish:
8 Gorton’s® Crunchy Breaded Fillets
1 tablespoon dried herbs de provence, divided
1/2 lemon, zest
For the Tabouli:
2 cups couscous
2 1/4 cups water
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/4 -1/2 cup + 1 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
For the Roasted Rainbow Carrots:
2 cups heirloom cherry tomatoes, quartered
2 cups cucumber, diced
1 cup red onion, finely chopped
Preparation
For the Crunchy Fish:
Step 1
Preheat oven to 425˚F.
Step 2
Arrange Gorton’s® Crunchy Breaded Fillets on a metal baking pan. Season top side with ½ tablespoon herbs de provence.
Step 3
Bake according to package instructions until reaching an internal temperature of 165°F or higher, flipping halfway through and seasoning with remaining herbs de provence.
Step 4
Remove to a serving platter and sprinkle with lemon zest.
For the Tabouli:
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, bring water, lemon juice, salt, butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil to a boil.
Step 2
Turn off heat and add couscous to the pot. Cover and let steam for 5 minutes.
Step 3
Remove the lid and fluff with a fork, then spread couscous onto a baking pan and let cool in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
Step 4
Add basil, parsley and mint leaves to a food processor and blend until finely chopped.
Step 5
Once cooled, transfer couscous to a large bowl and fold in all other ingredients, saving the remaining olive oil, salt and pepper for last.
Step 6
Let rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
For the Roasted Rainbow Carrots:
Step 1
Preheat oven to 425˚F
Step 2
Trim carrots, toss with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Arrange on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast at 425°F, turning once, until tender and slightly browned (about 18 – 20 minutes).
Step 4
Remove from the oven and garnish with your favorite store-bought pesto.
Step 5
Plate altogether and enjoy!