Mediterranean Baked Cod with Olives
A flaky cod dish bursting with fresh Mediterranean flavors, complemented by cherry tomatoes, olives, and capers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fillets Cod (flaky fish)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (extra virgin)
- 1 unit Fresh Lemon (zest and juice)
- 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium Red Onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Capers
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano (or fresh if available)
- Salt (for seasoning, to taste)
- Black Pepper (for seasoning, to taste)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Drizzle 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil at the bottom of a baking dish.
- Toss together cherry tomatoes, red onion, garlic, capers, oregano, lemon zest, and remaining olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place the cod fillets in the baking dish, allowing the mixture to nestle around them.
- Squeeze the juice of the lemon over the cod.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cod is cooked through.
- Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top before serving.
Notes
Opt for wild-caught cod for better flavor. Fresh oregano adds an aromatic touch. Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg