Haddock with fresh herbs and paper-thin veggies

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 11 minutes Makes: 2 servings

Notes: Other fish options include cod, rockfish, halibut and salmon. Look for small fillets about 1-inch thick. Serve steamed asparagus as a side dish.

3 small zucchini (about 6 ounces each), ends trimmed, sliced into ⅛-inch thick rounds

Salt

Freshly ground black pepper Crushed red pepper flakes 3 cloves garlic, very thinly sliced

½ teaspoon dried basil ¼ teaspoon dried oregano 2 medium-size shallots, very thinly sliced

2 red-ripe small round or plum tomatoes, ends trimmed, very thinly sliced 2 fresh (or thawed frozen) haddock fillets, each about 4 ounces and 1-inch thick 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil

2 or 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, chives, dill or a combination, for garnish

1. Heat oven to 400 degrees on convection or 425 degrees on conventional setting. Spray a medium-size baking sheet generously with nonstick spray or brush lightly with olive oil.

2. Put sliced zucchini into a large microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl. Add ½ teaspoon salt, several grinds of black pepper and a couple of pinches of crushed red pepper flakes. Toss to distribute the seasonings evenly.

3. Cover with a glass lid or plastic wrap vented at one corner. Microwave on high (100% power), stirring 2 times, until zucchini is crisp-tender, 3 minutes. Add 3 cloves thinly sliced garlic, ½ teaspoon dried basil and ½ teaspoon dried oregano. Microwave 30 seconds. Let stand covered.

4. Put 2 thinly sliced shallots and 1 tablespoon water into a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high until tender, about 2 minutes. Drain well and add to the zucchini.

5. Spread zucchini and shallot mixture on a baking sheet in a thin layer. Top with sliced tomatoes. Sprinkle fish on both sides with salt and pepper and place in the center of the vegetables. Drizzle each piece of fish with 1 teaspoon of oil.

6. Bake until the fish almost flakes easily, about 6 minutes. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh herbs and serve immediately.