Mediterranean Baked Cod with Tomato and Olive Relish

"A light and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired baked cod dish, featuring flaky cod fillets topped with a vibrant relish of cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, garlic, and fresh herbs. This recipe is quick to prepare and perfect for a healthy weeknight meal."
Ingredients
All Steps
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and season them lightly with salt and pepper.
- 3
In a medium bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, pitted and halved Kalamata olives, minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, fresh chopped parsley, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well to create the relish.
- 4
Lightly grease a baking dish with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place the seasoned cod fillets in the dish.
- 5
Spoon the tomato and olive relish generously over each cod fillet, ensuring an even coating.
- 6
Bake for 12-18 minutes, or until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.
- 7
Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra fresh parsley or a lemon wedge.