🐟 Mediterranean Baked Cod
⏱ Time
Prep: 10 minutes
Bake: 15–18 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
🍽 Serves
2–3 people
🧾 Ingredients
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2–3 cod fillets (about 150–180g each)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp garlic powder (or 2 fresh garlic cloves, minced)
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
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Salt & black pepper to taste
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1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
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¼ cup Kalamata olives (sliced)
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1 tbsp capers (optional)
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1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
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1 lemon (sliced)
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2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil (chopped)
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¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional but recommended)
👩🍳 Instructions
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Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
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Prepare the baking dish:
Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil. -
Season the cod:
Place cod fillets in the dish. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle garlic, oregano, paprika, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. -
Add Mediterranean toppings:
Scatter cherry tomatoes, olives, capers, and red onion around the fish. Place lemon slices on top. -
Bake:
Bake uncovered for 15–18 minutes or until the cod flakes easily with a fork. -
Finish:
Sprinkle fresh herbs and feta on top before serving.
🥗 Serving Suggestions
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With lemon rice or herbed couscous
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With roasted potatoes
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With quinoa salad
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With warm pita or garlic bread
❓ Q & A
Q1: Can I use frozen cod?
Yes! Just thaw it completely and pat dry before baking.
Q2: How do I know cod is fully cooked?
It should flake easily with a fork and look opaque (not translucent).
Q3: Can I use another fish?
Yes! Try haddock, tilapia, halibut, or sea bass.
Q4: Can I make this dairy-free?
Absolutely! Just skip the feta cheese.
Q5: Is this recipe healthy?
Yes! It’s high in protein, low-carb, and rich in healthy fats.
Q6: Can I make it ahead of time?
You can prep everything and refrigerate it, then bake fresh when needed.
Q7: How long does it last in the fridge?
Up to 2 days in an airtight container.