Herb-Crusted Mediterranean Flounder

Delight your tastebuds with this gluten-free Mediterranean flounder lunch. Flaky flounder fillets are coated in a flavorful herb crust, pan-seared to perfection, and served with a refreshing lemon-herb sauce. A healthy and satisfying dish that will transport you to the sunny shores of the Mediterranean.
ingredients
- 2 flounder fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup gluten-free bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, finely chopped
- 1 lemon, zest and juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour for dredging
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Fresh dill sprigs for garnish
steps
- 1.
In a shallow dish, combine the gluten-free bread crumbs, parsley, dill, oregano, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- 2.
Drizzle the flounder fillets with lemon juice, then coat them in the gluten-free flour, shaking off any excess.
- 3.
Dredge both sides of the flounder fillets in the herb and bread crumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- 4.
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 5.
Add the flounder fillets and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6.
Meanwhile, prepare the lemon-herb sauce by combining 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and a pinch of chopped fresh herbs.
- 7.
Transfer the cooked flounder fillets to serving plates and drizzle with the lemon-herb sauce.
- 8.
Garnish with fresh dill sprigs and serve hot.