Microwave Fish & Veg

Ingredients

• 1.25 lbWhite fish$7.50
• 1 packMixed vegetables$2.50
• 1Lemon$0.60
• 1 tbspOlive oil$0.20
• 1/2 tspSalt—
• 1/4 tspBlack pepper$0.03
• Total for 4 servings$10.83

Most of the cost is white fish ($7.50) and mixed vegetables ($2.50). Prices are estimated for the amount used, at average US grocery prices (November 2026).

Steps

1. Pat the white fish dry with paper towels and arrange the fillets in an even single layer in a wide microwave-safe dish.
2. Distribute the frozen mixed vegetables around the fish fillets, drizzle the olive oil evenly across both fish and vegetables, and season with the salt and black pepper.
3. Cover the dish loosely with a microwave-safe plate or vented microwave-safe plastic wrap to trap steam. Microwave on high power for 4 to 5 minutes until steam starts actively circulating and the vegetables begin to soften.
4. Carefully pull back the cover to vent, rotate the dish 180 degrees, and microwave on high for another 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the fish is completely opaque, reaching an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and flaking easily when tested with a fork.
5. Let the dish rest covered for 1 minute, then cut the lemon in half and squeeze the fresh juice over the fish and vegetables.
6. Portion the white fish and vegetables onto plates, spooning the flavorful cooking liquid from the bottom of the dish over the top.