Baked Italian Herb-Crusted Cod with Cherry Tomato Relish

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-10 · Updated 2026-06-10

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Delicate cod fillets baked under a fragrant crust of Italian herbs and breadcrumbs, topped with a fresh cherry tomato and basil relish. This Italian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs cod fillets, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) cod fillets
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1 cup, quartered cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp honey

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat dry 4 cod fillets and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: In a bowl, mix 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1 tbsp Italian seasoning, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 2 minced garlic cloves.
Step 3: Brush each cod fillet lightly with 2 tbsp olive oil, then press breadcrumb mixture evenly onto the top of each fillet.
Step 4: Place cod on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 12-15 minutes until fish flakes easily with a fork and crust is golden.
Step 5: Meanwhile, combine 1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, and 1 tsp honey in a small bowl. Stir gently and let sit for 5 minutes.
Step 6: Serve baked cod topped with the fresh cherry tomato relish.