Mediterranean Baked Cod with Lemon, Tomatoes & Olive!

🐟 Mediterranean Baked Cod with Lemon, Tomatoes & Olives

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)

• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

• ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

• 1 lemon (zest + juice, plus extra slices for garnish)

• 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• ¼ tsp dried thyme (or 1 tsp fresh)

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• Optional: ¼ tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the base:
   In a bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, olives, garlic, red onion, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, thyme, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).

3. Assemble:
   Spread the tomato mixture evenly in the baking dish. Nestle the cod fillets on top. Spoon some of the tomato mixture over the fish. Add a thin lemon slice over each fillet.

4. Bake:
   Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the cod flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

5. Finish & serve:
   Sprinkle with fresh parsley and an extra drizzle of olive oil before serving.

Serving Ideas

• Serve over couscous, quinoa, or orzo

• Pair with roasted potatoes or crusty bread

• Add a simple arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette