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Easy One-Pan Mediterranean Baked Cod Recipe with Olives and Feta

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A quick and flavorful Mediterranean baked cod dish featuring olives, feta, and cherry tomatoes, all cooked in one pan for minimal cleanup and maximum taste.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds cod fillets (fresh or thawed, skinless if preferred)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (75 grams), pitted and halved
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (150 grams), halved
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese (75 grams), crumbled
  • 1 fresh lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes, pitted Kalamata olives, and minced garlic. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, sprinkle dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to coat.
  3. Spread the tomato and olive mixture evenly in a baking dish.
  4. Place cod fillets on top of the tomato and olive bed. Drizzle remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over the fish and season each fillet with salt and pepper.
  5. Zest the lemon directly over the fish, then squeeze the juice all around the pan.
  6. Bake for 15-18 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Remove from oven and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese evenly over the top. Let the residual heat slightly melt the feta.
  8. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Use fresh, thick cod fillets for best results. Let fish come to room temperature before baking. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even roasting. Check fish doneness at 15 minutes to prevent overcooking. For dairy-free, omit feta or substitute with plant-based cheese. You can add crushed red pepper flakes for heat or swap oregano for fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary.

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Keywords: baked cod, Mediterranean, one-pan recipe, olives, feta, quick dinner, healthy fish recipe, easy weeknight meal

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