Description
You will love this simple and healthy Mediterranean Baked Cod with Olives. It brings bright, fresh flavors to your dinner table quickly. This recipe proves that wholesome food can be incredibly satisfying and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs cod fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Place the cod fillets in the prepared baking dish.
- Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the fish.
- Scatter the cherry tomatoes, olives, and minced garlic around and on top of the cod.
- Place the lemon slices over the fish fillets.
- Sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve immediately with the pan juices.
Notes
- You can use any firm white fish like halibut or snapper if cod is unavailable.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of dry white wine to the baking dish before cooking.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with a side of quinoa or a simple green salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: Approx. 280
- Sugar: Approx. 3g
- Sodium: Varies based on salt added
- Fat: Approx. 10g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 5g
- Fiber: Approx. 1g
- Protein: Approx. 40g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 70mg