Mediterranean Baked Cod with Lemon and Garlic
A simple yet delightful Mediterranean baked cod recipe that combines the bright flavors of lemon and garlic for a fresh and healthy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Fish Ingredients
- 4 fillets 4 cod fillets Fresh or previously frozen, thawed and patted dry
Flavoring Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons olive oil For drizzling
- 2 cloves 2 garlic cloves, minced Fresh for best flavor
- 1 unit 1 lemon (zested and juiced) Fresh lemon preferred for the best taste
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon dried oregano Can be substituted with thyme or basil
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon salt Adjust according to your taste
- 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground for a better flavor
Vegetable Ingredients
- 1 cup 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Can substitute with grape tomatoes or sun-dried tomatoes
Garnish
- 1/4 cup 1/4 cup chopped parsley For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, place the cod fillets and drizzle with olive oil.
- In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture over the cod, spreading it evenly.
- Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes around the fish.
Cooking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cod flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
Don’t walk away for an hour. Check the fish around 15 minutes unless you like suspense. If the tomatoes begin to release juices, that's normal. Optional to broil for an additional 30 seconds under close supervision for extra color.