Garlic-Dill Cod with Cherry Tomatoes and Asparagus

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Flaky cod fillets baked with aromatic garlic, fresh dill, and roasted vegetables. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe (low-sodium), ready in about 26 minutes, pairs cod fillets, olive oil, garlic 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 16 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 1 lb cod fillets dry. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, then sprinkle with 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped dill, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper.
  2. Step 2: Arrange 1 cup cherry tomatoes and 12 oz trimmed asparagus around the cod. Drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil.
  3. Step 3: Bake for 15-18 minutes until cod flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven, top with 1 thinly sliced lemon, and serve immediately with extra dill for garnish.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Garlic-Dill Cod with Cherry Tomatoes and Asparagus take to make?

Total time is about 26 minutes (10 min prep + 16 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 Garlic-Dill Cod with Cherry Tomatoes and Asparagus?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic-Dill Cod with Cherry Tomatoes and Asparagus?

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 Garlic-Dill Cod with Cherry Tomatoes and Asparagus 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 Garlic-Dill Cod with Cherry Tomatoes and Asparagus low-sodium?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low-sodium based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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