Gelatin Free Turmeric-Ginger Halibut with Eggplant & Zucchini Sheet-Pan Dinner
Bright, warming, and deeply satisfying, this sheet-pan dinner brings together golden-spiced halibut with tender eggplant, zucchini, and burst cherry tomatoes for a meal that feels restaurant-worthy with minimal effort. The turmeric-ginger paste rubbed onto the fish creates a fragrant, golden crust that perfumes the whole kitchen as it roasts. Because everything here is built from whole, straightforward ingredients — fresh fish, vegetables, olive oil, and spices — there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden additives or animal-derived thickeners that can sneak into pre-made sauces and marinades. A quick 15-minute marinade does the heavy lifting on flavor, and the vegetables get a head start in the oven so everything finishes at the same time without any guesswork. A final squeeze of lemon and a scatter of fresh parsley tie it all together with brightness and color. It's the kind of one-pan dinner that looks impressive enough to serve to guests but is honestly easy enough for a weeknight.
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4 servings
For the fish
- 4 halibut fillets (6 oz each), about 1 inch thick
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¾ tsp kosher salt, divided
For the vegetables
- 1 medium eggplant (about 1 lb), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 medium zucchini (about 12 oz total), cut into 1-inch half-moons
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 425°F (220°C). Line an 18×13-inch rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, turmeric, ground ginger, cumin, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp kosher salt to form a paste. Rub the paste evenly over all sides of the halibut fillets. Set aside to marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes while you prepare the vegetables.
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