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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

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Spread the vegetable mixture around the cod on the baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the cod flakes easily with a fork and the vegetables are tender.
  6. 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