Baked Cod with Tomatoes Mediterranean Style

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Mediterranean Baked Cod with Tomatoes is a flavorful, healthy dish that makes for an easy dinner recipe. It’s packed with vibrant ingredients, making it a delightful choice for anyone looking to embrace Mediterranean diet recipes.

The recipe is not only simple to prepare but also emphasizes fresh produce, which is a hallmark of Mediterranean cuisine, ensuring a wholesome meal for you and your family.

Easy Mediterranean Baked Cod with Tomatoes

In this dish, succulent cod fillets are baked with ripe tomatoes, olives, and aromatic herbs. The combination creates a light, zesty flavor that complements the mild fish nicely. This recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and is perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

4 cod fillets (6 ounces each)
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the Baking Dish: In a large baking dish, spread the cherry tomatoes and olives evenly. Drizzle with olive oil, and add minced garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
Add the Cod: Place the cod fillets on top of the tomato mixture. Drizzle with a little more olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.