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Mediterranean Cod with Roasted Cherry Tomato, Caper, and Olive Sauce

Mediterranean Cod with Roasted Cherry Tomato, Caper, and Olive Sauce

This Mediterranean Cod is beautifully complemented by a roasted cherry tomato, caper, and olive sauce, creating a deliciously fresh and flavorful dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 fillets Cod fillets (6 oz each)
  • 2 cups Cherry tomatoes halved
  • 3 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Capers drained
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives pitted and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • for garnish Fresh parsley chopped
  • for serving Lemon wedges

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Large skillet
  • Oven-safe Pan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the halved cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
  3. Roast the cherry tomatoes in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until they are blistered and soft.
  4. While the tomatoes are roasting, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add the capers and chopped Kalamata olives to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Stir in the dried oregano and thyme, mixing well. Remove the skillet from heat, and set aside.
  7. Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper on both sides. In a separate skillet or oven-safe pan, sear the cod fillets over medium-high heat for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  8. Once the cod is seared, remove it from the heat and top with the roasted cherry tomato mixture. Spoon the olive and caper sauce over the cod.
  9. Transfer the skillet or pan to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the cod is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  10. Remove from the oven, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

For a variation, try adding some feta cheese on top before serving for an added creamy texture.