This Mediterranean mahi mahi recipe, submitted by Taste of Home reader Virginia C. Anthony of Jacksonville, Florida, is full of bright, fresh flavors from its aromatic vegetables, zippy salsa, buttery olives, briny feta and herbs. It’s a healthy seafood dinner with lean mahi mahi fillets that are quickly pan-seared, then baked under a light, veggie-packed sauce. It comes together fast for busy weeknights, yet feels wholesome and fancy enough to serve when you’re entertaining.

Mediterranean Mahi Mahi Ingredients

• Aromatics: This Mediterranean-inspired dish starts with a fragrant mixture of sauteed onion, green bell peppers and garlic for savory depth. If you prefer a slightly sweeter flavor, replace the green bell pepper with a red, orange or yellow one.
• Salsa: A jar of tomato-based salsa is a smart shortcut for creating a tangy, lightly spiced sauce. Chunky varieties deliver the great texture without excess liquid, and you can choose mild, medium or hot depending on your heat preference. If you prefer no spice, replace the salsa with a can of diced tomatoes.
• White wine or chicken broth: Either option can be used to bring the sauce to a simmer, but cooking with wine delivers a brighter, more complex flavor than broth.
• Olives: This recipe calls for Greek olives, which are the same as Kalamata olives. Green or black olives can be used depending on your preference. To save time, buy a jar of pitted olives and give them a rough chop before adding them to the sauce.
• Greek seasoning: Greek seasoning is a herb-forward, all-in-one spice mix. It usually contains a mix of dried oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, parsley and dill, plus garlic and onion powder.
• Mahi mahi: If your grocery store doesn’t have fresh fish fillets, look for frozen fish and thaw it overnight in the fridge before cooking it. Choose fillets that are roughly 6 ounces each, and which are similar in thickness for even cooking.
• Feta: Sprinkling the fish with feta during the last few minutes of cooking allows the cheese to soften, adding creaminess and a salty finish. Tomato and basil-flavored feta enhances the Mediterranean vibes, but plain feta works just as well.
• Fresh basil: Finishing with a sprinkle of fresh basil is optional but highly recommended for a bright, herbal flavor and an eye-catching pop of green. Tear or chiffonade fresh basil to release its aroma and flavor without bruising the leaves.

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