Lemon-Dill Cod with Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes

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Flaky cod fillets baked with fresh dill, lemon, and crisp asparagus in a bright tomato sauce. This mediterranean-inspired sheet pan ready in about 40 minutes pairs skin-on cod fillets, bunch, trimmed asparagus, halved cherry tomatoes 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: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place asparagus in a baking dish, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 12 minutes until crisp-tender.
  2. Step 2: While asparagus cooks, arrange cod fillets on top of asparagus. Top with lemon slices, minced garlic, 1 tbsp dill, and remaining 1 tbsp olive oil.
  3. Step 3: Bake for 15 minutes until cod is opaque and flakes easily. Remove from oven and top with cherry tomatoes, remaining dill, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Step 4: Drizzle with pan juices and serve immediately with roasted asparagus.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Lemon-Dill Cod with Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes?

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 skin-on cod fillets from drying out.

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

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 Lemon-Dill Cod with Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes 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 Lemon-Dill Cod with Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes?

Mediterranean sheet pan 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.

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