Mediterranean Cod Recipe: A 30-Minute Healthy Dinner Success
A quick and delicious Mediterranean cod dish that’s packed with nutrients and can be made in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, crushed
- 2 fresh tomatoes, sliced
- ½ cup olives, pitted and sliced
- Fresh herbs (basil, oregano, parsley)
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin with a hot oven: 400°F (200°C).
- Using paper towels, thoroughly dry the cod pieces before adding a liberal sprinkle of salt and pepper.
- Arrange the seasoned cod in a single layer in a large, oven-safe baking dish.
- In a large, oven-safe baking dish, arrange the seasoned cod fillets in a single layer.
- Scatter various Mediterranean-inspired ingredients around the fish, such as sliced tomatoes, thinly sliced lemon, crushed garlic, and fresh herbs like oregano, basil, or parsley.
- Drizzle the cod and vegetables with high-quality extra-virgin olive oil, ensuring an even coating.
- Cook the herb-seasoned fish until it becomes fully opaque and tender enough to break apart easily, which typically takes 18-22 minutes in the preheated oven.
- After cooking, allow the dish to sit briefly before plating.
Notes
Notes
Make sure the cod's internal temperature hits 145°F (63°C)
Avoid overcooking to keep the cod moist and flaky.
Customize with additional Mediterranean vegetables as desired.
Make sure the cod's internal temperature hits 145°F (63°C)
Avoid overcooking to keep the cod moist and flaky.
Customize with additional Mediterranean vegetables as desired.