Baked Cod with Tomatoes & Capers
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Baked Cod with Tomatoes & Capers
Description
The recipe begins by tossing cod fillets with fresh lemon juice and olive oil, then chilling them briefly. Cherry tomatoes are combined with olive oil, minced garlic, dried basil, capers, lemon pepper, salt, and pepper, then roasted for 10 minutes to soften and develop flavor. The marinated cod is nestled into the roasting pan and drizzled with melted butter before baking until the fish is just opaque and flakes easily.
The result is moist, flaky cod complemented by tender, savory roasted tomatoes and briny capers. Finishing with fresh parsley and basil adds a hint of brightness and herbaceous aroma. This dish offers a balanced combination of mild fish, acidity, and buttery richness.
This baked cod pairs well with simple sides like steamed vegetables or rice to absorb the flavorful juices. Cooking times vary slightly with fish thickness; thicker fillets need extra baking time to cook through properly.
Ingredients
- 4 cod filet 5-6 ounces each
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
- 1 tablespoon olive oil + 1 teaspoon, divided
- 2 cups cherry tomato halved
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon basil dried
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- parsley and basil for serving, optional, chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss cod with lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Place in the refrigerator.
- Toss tomatoes with remaining tablespoon of olive oil, garlic, basil, capers, lemon pepper seasoning, and salt & pepper to taste. Place in a 9x13 pan and roast 10 minutes.
- Remove cod from the fridge and nestle in the pan with the tomatoes. Drizzle melted butter over cod.
- Bake for 11-14 minutes or just until opaque and the fish flakes easily. Do not overcook.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with parsley and basil before serving.
Notes
- Thicker cod fillets require more baking time to ensure they are cooked through and flaky.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 239 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 239 | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 256mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 886mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 616IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 45mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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