Description
A light and flavorful baked cod dish featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, fresh basil, and tender new potatoes served alongside fine green beans. This healthy, Mediterranean-inspired meal is simple to prepare and perfect for a wholesome dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Tomato and Olive Mixture
- 200g vine cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 tbsp finely chopped basil leaves (divided)
- 6 Kalamata olives, halved
- 1 garlic clove, finely grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Main Ingredients
- 2 cod loins, about 130g each
- 300g new potatoes, halved
- 180g fine green beans, ends trimmed
Dressing and Garnish
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Freshly cracked black pepper, optional
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Tomato Mixture: Preheat the oven to 200C (180C fan)/gas mark 6. In a small non-stick roasting tin or shallow ovenproof dish, toss the halved cherry tomatoes with 2 tablespoons of finely chopped basil, halved Kalamata olives, grated garlic, and 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Add Cod and Bake: Place the cod loins on top of the tomato mixture in the roasting dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes until the cod is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Cook Potatoes and Beans: While the cod is baking, bring a pan of water to boil. Place the halved new potatoes in the pan and set a steamer basket or insert above the potatoes. Add the trimmed fine green beans to the steamer and cover. Steam cook both potatoes and beans together for about 15 minutes until tender.
- Plate the Dish: Arrange the cooked green beans in the center of two dinner plates. Place a cod loin on top of each bed of beans.
- Prepare and Add Dressing: Transfer the roasted tomato mixture along with all its juices into a bowl. Mix in the remaining tablespoon of chopped basil, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, and 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar until combined. Spoon this vibrant sauce generously over the cod.
- Serve: Serve the baked cod with the cooked new potatoes on the side. Optionally, sprinkle with freshly cracked black pepper to taste and enjoy.
Notes
- Ensure the cod is cooked through but not overbaked to retain moisture and softness.
- Using a steamer basket allows the potatoes and beans to cook simultaneously, saving time and preserving nutrients.
- Fresh basil adds a bright, aromatic flavor; substitute with dried basil if unavailable but reduce quantity.
- This dish can be prepared ahead by pre-roasting the tomato mixture and cooking potatoes and beans; just reheat the cod before serving.
- For extra zest, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the cod before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: baked cod, cherry tomatoes, Mediterranean fish recipe, healthy dinner, new potatoes, green beans, basil, olives, seafood bake
