Baked Cod with Tomato-Olive Relish and Herb Oil
Delicate baked cod fillets topped with a fresh tomato and olive relish, drizzled with a bright herb-infused olive oil. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (5 oz each) cod fillets, quartered cherry tomatoes, pitted and chopped kalamata olives for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 260 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 pieces (5 oz each) cod fillets
- 1 cup, quartered cherry tomatoes
- 1/3 cup, pitted and chopped kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 clove, minced garlic clove
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place 4 cod fillets (5 oz each) on it, skin side down if applicable.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes, 1/3 cup chopped kalamata olives, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: In another small bowl, whisk together 4 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1 minced garlic clove to make the herb oil.
- Step 4: Spoon the tomato-olive relish evenly over each cod fillet, then drizzle all with the herb oil.
- Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Step 6: Remove from oven and let rest for 3 minutes before serving, spooning any pan juices over the fillets.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Cod with Tomato-Olive Relish and Herb Oil take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Herb Oil?
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 (5 oz each) cod fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Cod with Tomato-Olive Relish and Herb Oil?
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 Herb Oil 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.
What goes well with Baked Cod with Tomato-Olive Relish and Herb Oil?
Mediterranean seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
