Baked Cod with Minted Pea Purée

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

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Lightly baked cod fillets served with a fresh, vibrant minted pea purée that highlights classic British spring flavors. This British-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs cod fillets, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 British cuisine 250 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces, about 6 oz each cod fillets
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp, freshly ground black pepper
2 cups frozen peas
1/4 cup, packed fresh mint leaves
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp unsalted butter

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Place 4 cod fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
Step 2: Bake cod for 12-15 minutes until opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 3: Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil and add 2 cups frozen peas. Cook for 3 minutes until tender, then drain.
Step 4: Transfer peas to a blender along with 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tbsp unsalted butter. Blend until smooth and vibrant green.
Step 5: Serve the baked cod on plates topped with a generous spoonful of minted pea purée.