Baked Cod with Tomato-Olive Relish and Garlic Green Beans
Moist cod fillets baked under a vibrant tomato and olive relish, served alongside garlic sautéed green beans for a light, flavorful meal. This mediterranean-inspired seafood (low carb) ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) cod fillets, cherry tomatoes, quartered, kalamata olives, pitted and chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) cod fillets
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lb green beans, trimmed
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Arrange 4 cod fillets in a baking dish and season each with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. In a bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups quartered cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup chopped kalamata olives, 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil, 2 tbsp olive oil, and 1 minced garlic clove. Spoon this relish evenly over the cod fillets.
- Step 2: Bake the cod for 15-18 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the tomato mixture is bubbly.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 1 lb trimmed green beans and 1 tsp salt to the skillet. Sauté, stirring often, for 6-8 minutes until the beans are bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Remove green beans from heat and stir in 1 tsp lemon zest and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Serve the baked cod topped with tomato-olive relish alongside the garlic green beans.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Cod with Tomato-Olive Relish and Garlic Green Beans take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Baked Cod with Tomato-Olive Relish and Garlic Green Beans?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) cod fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Cod with Tomato-Olive Relish and Garlic Green Beans?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Cod with Tomato-Olive Relish and Garlic Green Beans for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Baked Cod with Tomato-Olive Relish and Garlic Green Beans low carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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