Best 10 Red Snapper With Warm Tomato Salad Recipes

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Red snapper is a delicious and versatile fish that can be cooked in a variety of ways. When cooked properly, it has a mild flavor and flaky texture that pairs well with a variety of sauces and sides. One of the most popular ways to cook red snapper is to pan-fry it and serve it with a warm tomato salad. This dish is simple to prepare and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The warm tomato salad adds a bright and flavorful contrast to the flaky fish, while the pan-frying method helps to create a crispy exterior and tender interior.

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MOIST ROASTED WHOLE RED SNAPPER WITH TOMATOES, BASIL AND OREGANO



Moist Roasted Whole Red Snapper with Tomatoes, Basil and Oregano image

Provided by Scott Conant

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

One 2 1/2- to 3-pound whole (head on) red snapper, scaled and cleaned
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Crushed red pepper flakes
10 whole fresh basil leaves, plus 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
5 small sprigs fresh oregano, plus 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 lemon, half sliced and half left whole
4 to 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes (about 8 ounces), cut in half
6 to 8 fingerling potatoes (about 10 ounces), cut into a 3/4-inch dice and blanched
1 cup homemade or low-salt chicken broth

Steps:

  • Stuff and cook the snapper: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. If the fins are still on the fish, use kitchen scissors to cut them off (they just fall apart when cooked). Sprinkle both the inside and the outside of the fish liberally with salt and pepper. Stuff the cavity with 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper, whole basil leaves, oregano sprigs, garlic and lemon slices.
  • Using a very large (14-inch) saute pan or a small roasting pan (oven safe) heat about 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over medium-high heat until smoking. Add the fish and cook until well browned on one side, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip the fish over-use a large spatula and grab the tail if it's not too hot-and cook on the other side until well browned, about 2 minutes. Take the fish out of the pan and use wadded paper towels to wipe the pan clean of the oil.
  • Cook the vegetables: Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the pan, a pinch of red pepper flakes, the tomatoes, potatoes, chopped oregano and a pinch of salt and cook until the tomatoes begin to lose some of their liquid, about 3 minutes. Return the fish to the pan, laying it on top of the vegetables and drizzle about a tablespoon of olive oil over it. Add the chicken broth to the pan and squeeze the remaining lemon half into the sauce in the pan. Cook on the stove another 3 to 4 minutes, basting the fish with the sauce and moving some of the tomatoes and potatoes in the pan on top of the fish.
  • Finish cooking the fish in the oven safe pan in the oven 18 to 19 minutes. (To check for doneness, push the head down gently in the area between the nose and the top of the head; when the head easily moves away from the back of the neck, it is ready.)
  • To serve: Remove the fish from the oven and carefully transfer it to a sided platter, pouring any liquid in its cavity back into the pan, and keep the fish warm. Return the pan to the stove over medium heat and cook the sauce and vegetables for a minute or two to concentrate the flavors. Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the pan, the chopped basil and season with additional salt and pepper if necessary. Pour the sauce and vegetables over the fish and serve, using a large spoon to remove servings off the fish. (Don't forget to turn it over to eat off the other side!)

MEDITERRANEAN RED SNAPPER



Mediterranean Red Snapper image

A simple mixture of parsley, oregano, garlic, and lemon zest brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to fresh whole red snapper. Easy enough for a weeknight meal, yet elegant enough for company! This recipe was made in a Panasonic CIO.

Provided by Kim's Cooking Now

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Panasonic

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 lemon, zested and sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 (1 pound) whole red snappers, cleaned and scaled
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix parsley, olive oil, oregano, lemon zest, and garlic together in a small bowl.
  • Rinse red snappers and pat dry with paper towels. Cut 3 diagonal slits across the top of each fish, cutting almost to the bone. Season the cavities with salt and pepper.
  • Rub the parsley mixture on the inside and top of the fish, pushing the mixture into the slits. Place the fish in the center of the grill pan; season with salt and pepper.
  • Place the grill pan in the Panasonic Countertop Induction Oven and press "Auto Cook." Select the Fish setting, 3, and 1-pound serving. Cook until an instead-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 130 degrees F (54 degrees C), about 20 minutes. Adjust time as needed. Serve with lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 82.1 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 46.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 141.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

RED SNAPPER WITH WARM TOMATO SALAD



Red Snapper with Warm Tomato Salad image

Categories     Fish     Tomato     Low Carb     Low Cal     Mint     Basil     Snapper     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Dill     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium tomatoes, cored, cut into thin wedges
3 tablespoons chopped red onion
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dillweed
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
1 large garlic clove, minced
4 5- to 6-ounce red snapper fillets

Steps:

  • Mix tomato wedges, red onion, basil, dill, mint, olive oil and minced garlic in medium bowl. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Cut 4 foil pieces, each large enough to enclose 1 fish fillet completely. Place foil pieces on work surface. Place 1 red snapper fillet in center of each foil piece. Season snapper fillets with salt and pepper. Top each fillet with 1/4 of tomato salad. Fold up foil around fish and salad; seal foil on all sides, enclosing fish and salad completely.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat) or preheat broiler. Place foil packages, folded sides up, on grill or broiler pan. Grill or broil until fish is cooked through and salad is warm, about 12 minutes. Transfer foil packages to plates; allow diners to open their own packages.

GRILLED RED SNAPPER WITH A FRESH CITRUS SALAD



Grilled Red Snapper with a Fresh Citrus Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 whole fresh red snappers, gutted and cleaned
8 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 cloves garlic
6 to 10 Scotch bonnet chile peppers
3 oranges, 1 juiced, 1 cut into segments, 1 thinly sliced
1 mango, chopped
1 red onion, sliced
1 papaya, chopped
2 lemons, 1 juiced, 1 thinly sliced
2 limes, 1 juiced, 1 thinly sliced
Bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
1 star fruit, thinly sliced, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the grill to high heat.
  • Cut 3 thin slices into both sides of each fish. Drizzle both sides of the fish with 6 tablespoons of the olive oil, sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and put 4 cloves of the garlic into each fish cavity. Grill the fish until golden and browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Lower the heat to medium, throw the Scotch bonnet peppers on the grill, close the lid and continue cooking for 10 minutes.
  • Combine the orange segments, mango, onions and papaya in a large bowl. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, the lemon juice, lime juice, orange juice, cilantro and some salt and black pepper. Mix together, and then transfer to a serving platter.
  • Gently place the fish over the citrus salad. Arrange the star fruit, if using, lemon slices, lime slices, orange slices and Scotch bonnet peppers on the platter and serve.

BAKED RED SNAPPER WITH TOMATO, ORANGE AND SAFFRON



Baked Red Snapper with Tomato, Orange and Saffron image

Categories     Fish     Tomato     Bake     Valentine's Day     Low Fat     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Orange     Snapper     Saffron     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 plum tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons dry white wine
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
Pinch of saffron threads
12 ounces (2 small or 1 large) 3/4-inch-thick red snapper fillet
1 teaspoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Combine first 7 ingredients in 9-inch square baking dish. Bake 15 minutes.
  • Top hot tomato mixture with snapper. Brush snapper with oil. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and bake until fish is just cooked through, approximately 20 minutes. Serve.

RED SNAPPER WITH FRESH TOMATOES



Red Snapper with Fresh Tomatoes image

Cook time may be less at sea level, since this is a high altitude recipe from the Colorado Cache cookbook.

Provided by keen5

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs red snapper fillets
salt & freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons flour
2 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
4 tomatoes, peeled,seeded and coarsely chopped (I didn't bother to seed)
1 teaspoon chopped parsley
1 pinch tarragon, thyme and basil
1/4 cup fine breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place fillets in well buttered baking dish and season with salt and freshly ground pepper.
  • Melt butter in saucepan.
  • Add onion and garlic and saute for 5 minutes without browning.
  • Stir in flour and add wine.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add tomatoes and herbs.
  • Pour sauce over fish and sprinkle with bread crumbs and cheese.
  • Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for approximately 30 minutes.
  • Please note that this is a high altitude recipe, baking time may be less at sea level.

RED SNAPPER WITH EGGPLANT AND TOMATO



Red Snapper With Eggplant and Tomato image

Provided by Joan Nathan

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, more if needed
1 large onion, peeled and diced
2 large tomatoes, peeled, seeded and diced
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
1 bay leaf
1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 large eggplant (about 1 pound), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch rounds
1 1/2 pounds red snapper fillets, deboned, with skin on one side, cut into 8 rectangular slices

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, place 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and the onion, cover the pan, and sweat the onion for about 10 minutes. Then, add the tomatoes, thyme, bay leaf, garlic, 1 tablespoon of the vinegar, the honey and 1 additional tablespoon of the oil. Simmer, uncovered, over medium heat for 15 minutes, until much of the liquid has evaporated. Discard the bay leaf, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Puree in a food processor, and then put through a fine sieve.
  • Heat 2 more tablespoons of the oil in a large nonstick pan, and fry the eggplant until the rounds are golden brown on both sides. Repeat until all the eggplant has been cooked, adding more oil, if needed, for each new batch. Drain on paper towels; season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the remaining tablespoon of vinegar to the pan, and stir for 1 minute over high heat to deglaze the pan. Spoon the liquid over the eggplant.
  • Clean the nonstick pan. Working very carefully with the fish fillets, salt and pepper them on both sides. Place the fillets in the pan, and over medium heat fry them for 2 to 3 minutes on each side in the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil.
  • For each serving, place the tomato sauce in the middle of the plate, top with several rounds of the eggplant and then, carefully, with 2 fish fillets, skin side up. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 418, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 37 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 1004 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams

BAKED RED SNAPPER WITH CITRUS - TOMATO TOPPING



Baked Red Snapper With Citrus - Tomato Topping image

This is a slightly alterd recipe from Epicurious. The spicy hot topping makes a nice change for baked fish.

Provided by llk2day

Categories     Spicy

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

14 ounces red snapper fillets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup drained canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
1/2 cup diced tomato (Italian or Roma)
1 large tangerine, peeled, seeded and sections cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1/3 cup green onion, chopped
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
fish herbs (optional)
almonds, as garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475 degrees.
  • Coat the Red Snapper on both sides with some of the olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Place the fish in a 9-inch glass pie dish.
  • Mix remaining oil, tomatoes w/green chilies, tangerine pieces, green onions and cilantro in a small bowl.
  • Season topping to taste with salt and pepper, and fish herbs.
  • Spoon the topping over the Red Snapper.
  • Bake until Snapper is just opaque in center, about 15-20 minutes.
  • Can be cooked through if preferred.
  • Sprinkle almonds on top of each serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.1, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 46.6, Sodium 1873.8, Carbohydrate 6.3, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 4, Protein 26.7

GRILLED RED SNAPPER WITH LEMON AND JALAPENO



Grilled Red Snapper with Lemon and Jalapeno image

Delicious grilled red snapper dish that is easy to prepare.

Provided by brandy

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 8h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 (5 ounce) red snapper fillets
1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing
1 serving cooking spray
1 lemon, thinly sliced
1 jalapeno pepper, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Place snapper fillets in a glass baking dish and pour Italian dressing over top. Gently turn fish to evenly coat. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat. Make a tray with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • Remove fish from the dressing and place on the foil tray. Place lemon slices and jalapenos on top. Discard any remaining dressing.
  • Place the tray on the preheated grill and cook until fish begins to turn a nice, light color and flakes easily with a fork, 5 to 6 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 51.9 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 673.3 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

ROASTED WHOLE RED SNAPPER WITH TOMATOES, BASIL, AND OREGANO BY SCOTT CONANT RECIPE BY TASTY



Roasted Whole Red Snapper With Tomatoes, Basil, And Oregano by Scott Conant Recipe by Tasty image

One of the reasons why I chose to work with the Alzheimer's Association is because my grandmother had dementia and some of the most meaningful moments I had with her were around the table, sharing a meal. So, I wanted to create a recipe that's fun, easy, full of flavor, and, most importantly, can be enjoyed together with friends and loved ones. Words alone can't convey how magnificent, how beautifully ceremonial a whole fish looks when presented at the table. I'm always excited when I and a few friends settle in to devour one. (And devour we do, you should see how little is left when we're through with it.) Aside from being so good-looking, a whole fish also offers much more flavor because the head and the bones add depth to the accompanying sauce. A completely gratifying dish!

Provided by Katie Aubin

Categories     Dinner

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 lb head-on red snapper, scaled and cleaned
2 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided, plus additional to taste
1 lemon, half sliced, divided
5 small sprigs fresh oregano, plus ½ tablespoon chopped leaves, divided
10 fresh basil leaves, plus 1 tablespoon chopped leaves, divided
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 ½ cups cherry tomato, halved
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
6 fingerling potatoes, diced and blanched
1 cup homemade chicken broth, or low-sodium chicken broth

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  • If the fins are still on the fish, use kitchen scissors to cut them off (they just fall apart when cooked). Season both the inside and outside of the fish liberally with 2 teaspoons of salt. Stuff the cavity with the lemon slices, oregano sprigs, and whole basil leaves.
  • Using a very large 14 inch (35 cm) sauté pan or a small roasting pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until nearly smoking. Add the fish and cook until well browned on one side, about 3 minutes. Drizzle with another tablespoon of olive oil and season with remaining ½ teaspoon salt.
  • Using paper towels, wipe the excess oil out of the pan. Drizzle the fish with another 2 tablespoons of olive oil and add the cherry tomatoes and red pepper flakes and cook until the tomatoes begin to release some of their liquid, about 3 minutes. Stir in the potatoes.
  • Squeeze the juice from the remaining lemon half over the fish and pour in the chicken broth. Carefully flip the fish over and baste with the sauce.
  • Transfer the fish to the oven and cook for 18-19 minutes. To check for doneness, push the head down gently in the area between the nose and the top of the head; when the head easily moves away from the back of the neck, the fish is ready.
  • Carefully transfer the fish to a rimmed serving platter, pouring any liquid from the cavity back into the pan. Cover the fish with foil to keep warm.
  • Return the pan to the stove over medium heat. Cook the sauce and vegetables for 1-2 minutes to concentrate the flavors. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, chopped oregano, and chopped basil and season with salt to taste.
  • Pour the sauce and vegetables over the fish and serve, using a large spoon to remove the flesh from the fish. (Don't forget to turn it over to eat off the other side!)
  • Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Fish: Opt for fresh, firm, and vibrant red snapper fillets.
  • Season Wisely: Use a combination of salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder to enhance the fish's flavor.
  • Sear to Perfection: Sear the red snapper fillets in a hot skillet until golden brown and crispy on the outside while remaining tender and flaky on the inside.
  • Roast the Tomatoes: Roasting the tomatoes intensifies their sweetness and brings out their natural flavors.
  • Make a Vibrant Dressing: Combine chopped fresh herbs, lemon juice, olive oil, and Dijon mustard for a flavorful dressing.
  • Assemble and Enjoy: Arrange the seared red snapper fillets on a bed of roasted tomatoes and drizzle with the tangy dressing. Garnish with fresh herbs for an extra pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Red snapper with warm tomato salad is a delightful and visually stunning dish that combines the delicate flavor of seared red snapper with the vibrant and tangy flavors of roasted tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a zesty dressing. This dish is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it a perfect choice for home cooks and seafood enthusiasts alike. The combination of textures and flavors in this dish creates a memorable culinary experience that is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you're looking for a special occasion meal or a flavorful weeknight dinner, red snapper with warm tomato salad is a dish that is sure to become a favorite.

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