Mediterranean Baked Cod
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Mediterranean Baked Cod is an easy one-pan dish featuring cod fillets baked in a burst cherry tomato sauce. A delicious, healthy, meal that delivers a big punch of flavor.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, about 2 cups, halved if very large
- ½ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 cup black or green olives or a mix of the two, pitted and halved
- 1/4 cup capers
- 4 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning or dried oregano, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 1.5 - 2 lbs cod, cut into 4 fillets
- 1 lemon, half sliced and half for drizzling
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh chopped thyme leaves or basil or a mix, optional for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 425ºF. Place the tomatoes, onions, garlic, olives, and capers in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or oregano, and chili flakes, if using. Toss to combine.
- Roast until the tomatoes have started to collapse and the onions have softened, about 10 to 12 minutes.
- While the tomato mixture is baking, pat the fish dry with paper towels and drizzle with about 1 tablespoon lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper to taste and remaining 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or oregano).
- Remove baking dish from oven, and gently lay the cod pieces over the tomato mixture. (If you wish, place the lemon slices under the cod, or use them later for garnish).
- Return pan to oven and bake an additional 10 to 12 minutes or until fish is slightly firm and flaky. Garnish with chopped fresh herbs, if using, and serve immediately.
Notes
- To store: Allow the fish to cool but don't let it sit at room temperature for more than 1 hour. Place leftover fish in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
- To reheat: For best results, place the leftover cod and sauce in small baking dish. Cover with foil and place in a preheated 350ºF oven for 8-10 min or until heated through. Alternatively, heat the tomato mixture sauce in a small pan over medium heat. Once the sauce is bubbling add the fish and heat for just 3 minutes, or so.