Baked Lemon-Garlic Cod with Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-19 · Updated 2026-05-19

Tender cod fillets baked with bright lemon and garlic, paired with an assortment of roasted Mediterranean vegetables for a wholesome meal. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe (mediterranean vegetables), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs cod fillets, olive oil, lemon zest 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.

Ingredients

• 4 (6 oz each) cod fillets
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
• 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, toss 1 sliced medium zucchini, 1 chopped large red bell pepper, and 1 cup cherry tomatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp dried oregano until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Spread the vegetables on a large rimmed baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp dried oregano to make a marinade.
4. Step 4: Place 4 cod fillets on a separate baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush each fillet generously with the lemon-garlic marinade.
5. Step 5: Bake the cod in the oven (alongside the vegetables if space allows) for 12-15 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
6. Step 6: Serve the baked cod over the roasted Mediterranean vegetables, drizzling any remaining marinade on top for extra flavor.