30 minutes
2 servings
Herb-Infused Baked Cod with Mediterranean Veggie Medley
A fragrant combination of baked cod and Mediterranean-seasoned vegetables, offering a nutritious and balanced meal that’s simple to prepare.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cod fillet
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup quinoa, cooked
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the cod fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle olive oil over the fillets and season with oregano, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Squeeze half a lemon over the fish and arrange lemon slices on top.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, zucchini, red bell pepper, mushrooms, and olives. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Spread the vegetable mixture around the cod on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the cod flakes easily with a fork and the vegetables are tender.
- Serve the baked cod and vegetables over a bed of cooked quinoa for a complete meal. Garnish with additional lemon slices if desired.
Nutritional Information
High in protein, rich in omega-3s, low carb