An exciting dinner for two featuring snapper fillets beautifully combined with tomato, zucchini, and a tangy lemony zest. Vermouth is added to accentuate the flavors, creating a pleasing and refreshing balance.
Select a large nonstick skillet and preheat it over medium-high heat.
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Add olive oil to the skillet and swirl it around to coat the skillet.
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Season the snapper fillets on both sides with salt and pepper.
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Place the fillets in the skillet and cook for approximately 3 minutes on each side or until the fillets are cooked to your desired level. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set them aside, keeping them warm.
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Pour the vermouth into the skillet and let it cook until nearly all of the liquid has evaporated.
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Add the diced zucchini, minced shallots, dried oregano, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt to the skillet. Sauté these ingredients together for approximately 3 minutes, or until the zucchini becomes tender.
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Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, a pinch of salt, dried basil, and the rest of the olive oil. Gently toss these ingredients together with the sautéd zucchini.
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Serve the vegetable mixture with the snapper fillets.