Description
Mediterranean Baked Cod with Olives is a delightful dish that brings the flavors of the sun-soaked coastlines to your dinner table. Tender cod fillets are baked to perfection, topped with vibrant olives, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. This simple yet elegant meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions and is sure to impress your family and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh cod fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup mixed green and black olives, pitted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Rinse cod fillets under cold water and pat dry. Place them skin-side down in the prepared baking dish.
- Scatter minced garlic over the cod. Layer sliced olives and halved cherry tomatoes on top.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, and chopped herbs.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg