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Mediterranean Baked Cod with Olives

Mediterranean Baked Cod with Olives: Quick & Delicious Dinner

This quick Mediterranean Baked Cod with Olives dish is packed with healthy ingredients and bold flavors, making it a perfect weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Main Dish
  • 4 fillets Cod Main protein, firm and flaky
  • 1 cup Kalamata Olives Add briny flavor
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved, offers sweetness
  • 1 medium Red Onion Chopped, adds sweetness
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Adds tanginess
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil For moisture and flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Creates Mediterranean flavor
  • 1 whole Fresh Lemon Juiced for acidity
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper For seasoning
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Chop the red onion and garlic, halve the cherry tomatoes, and rinse the olives and capers.
  3. Spread the onion, garlic, tomatoes, olives, and capers evenly in the baking dish.
  4. Drizzle olive oil over the vegetables and sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss gently.
  5. Pat the cod fillets dry and season with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
  6. Layer the cod on top of the vegetables and drizzle with more olive oil and lemon zest.
  7. Bake for approximately 20 minutes until the cod is opaque and flakes easily.
  8. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For added creaminess, consider adding feta cheese. You can substitute cod with halibut or snapper for variety.

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