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Mediterranean-Style Baked Cod

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June 24, 2025
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Why This Mediterranean-Style Baked Cod Is a Seaside Dinner at Home

Flaky, tender, and bathed in a vibrant mix of lemon, olive oil, and Mediterranean spices, this baked cod recipe is simplicity at its most flavorful. Layered with sweet cherry tomatoes, briny olives, and fresh herbs, every bite is light, zesty, and satisfying — just like a seaside dinner in Santorini.

ESTIMATED NUTRITION (PER FILLET)

Calories: 230 Protein: 28g Carbs: 4g Fat: 11g

Ingredients:

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  •   4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
  •   2 tablespoons olive oil
  •   1.5 tablespoons lemon juicern
  •   3 garlic cloves, mincedrn
  •   1 teaspoon dried oregano
  •   1 teaspoon paprika
  •   Salt & pepper to taste
  •   1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  •   0.3 cup pitted Kalamata olives
  •   2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  •   Lemon wedges for serving
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Directions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Season the cod: Pat the cod fillets dry. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Brush this marinade over each piece of cod.
  3. Layer the flavor: Scatter cherry tomatoes and olives around and on top of the fillets.
  4. Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the cod flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Finish fresh: Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges. Best enjoyed with couscous, salad, or roasted veggies.

Pro Tips

  • Pat the cod dry: Removing excess moisture helps the marinade cling and gives you better flavor.
  • Don’t overcook it: Cod is done the moment it flakes easily with a fork—15–18 minutes is usually all it needs.
  • Use a good olive oil: With so few ingredients, a quality extra virgin olive oil makes a real difference.
  • Let it marinate briefly: Even 10–15 minutes in the marinade deepens the flavor before baking.
  • Fresh herbs at the end: Stir in the parsley after baking so it stays bright green and fragrant.
  • Use a fish spatula: Cod is delicate—a thin, flexible spatula helps you lift the fillets without breaking them.

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