Name: Mediterranean Lemon Baked Cod
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 1½ pounds fresh cod fillets, about 1-inch thick; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus 1 lemon sliced into rounds; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; ½ teaspoon paprika; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved; ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped, plus more for garnish; 2 tablespoons capers, drained; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the oven

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly oil a baking dish large enough to hold the fish fillets in a single layer.
Season the cod

Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper, then place them in the prepared baking dish.
Make the Mediterranean sauce

In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using). Whisk until well blended.
Add the vegetables

Scatter the cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and capers around and on top of the fish. Pour the olive oil mixture evenly over the fish and vegetables, ensuring the fish is well coated.
Add lemon slices

Arrange the lemon slices on top of the fish fillets and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Bake the fish

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is opaque throughout. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
Serve

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with additional fresh parsley and serve hot with the sauce and vegetables spooned over the top.

Mediterranean Lemon Baked Cod

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