Ingredients (Serves 4)

Original recipe by https://tasteandsee.com/pan-seared-halibut/

For the white beans: 

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small finely chopped onion
• 3 garlic cloves minced
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon salt and pepper
• 2 – 15 ounce cans of white cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 1/2 cups chicken broth or stock (more if needed)
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese (more for garnish if desired)

For The Gremolata:

• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic, (about 1 large clove)
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste

For the halibut: 

• 2 pounds fresh halibut, cut into 4 portions
• salt and pepper
• 1-2 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions:

1. Prep the Fish

Pat halibut fillets dry and season with salt and pepper (and paprika or chili flakes, if using).

2. Sear

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear halibut fillets for 3–4 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until golden and just cooked through.

3. Make the Sauce

Add butter, garlic, and lemon juice to the pan and let it bubble for 30 seconds. Spoon over the fish. Finish with lemon zest and fresh parsley.

4. Serve

Plate the halibut with your favorite grain and veggie sides. Spoon more of the garlicky lemon pan sauce on top. Enjoy!

What to Serve It With

I love pairing this dish with:

• White basmati rice (for that fluffy, comforting feel)
  
• Pearl couscous tossed with olive oil and herbs
  
• Quinoa or farro for more fiber + protein
  
• A simple Mediterranean salad or grilled zucchini
  
  

And yes—this dish also makes amazing leftovers, flaked over greens or folded into wraps!

Dietitian Notes

This meal is a great example of how eating well doesn’t have to be complicated. Halibut is rich in protein, selenium, and omega-3s, while olive oil and lemon brighten the flavor and support heart health. When you pair this with grains or greens, you’ve got a nourishing, balanced meal that leaves you satisfied—not stuffed.

This recipe reminds me of what we often see in Blue Zones—places like Ikaria, Greece or Sardinia, Italy—where people live longer, healthier lives. Their meals are:

• Simple and seasonal
  
• Focused on plants + lean protein
  
• Cooked at home, often shared with others
  
  

And that’s exactly the kind of eating I love to champion.

Share Your Plate!

If you make this Mediterranean-style halibut, I’d love to see how you plate it! Tag me @thefoodstylistrd and the original inspiration @tasteandseeblog to share the love.