Description
Cod Provençal with Tomatoes, Capers, and Olives is a delightful Mediterranean dish that combines tender cod fillets with a zesty sauce of ripe tomatoes, briny capers, and savory olives. This vibrant recipe captures the essence of Provence, bringing fresh flavors to your table effortlessly. Perfect for family gatherings or intimate dinners, it’s a dish that will impress your guests while also being simple to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp capers, rinsed
- ½ cup black olives, pitted (Kalamata or Gaeta)
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, drizzle olive oil to coat the bottom.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add halved cherry tomatoes and season with salt and pepper; cook until softened (approximately 5 minutes).
- Stir in capers and black olives; mix well.
- Nestle cod fillets in the baking dish and pour the tomato mixture over them.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until the cod is flaky and cooked through. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Substitute cod with halibut or tilapia for variation. For added nutrition, consider including bell peppers or zucchini in the tomato mixture. Marinate the cod in olive oil with herbs before cooking for an extra flavor boost.