Description
Baked Fish with Tomato Herb Sauce is a delightful dish that brings together tender, flaky fish and a vibrant, zesty tomato herb sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or special occasions, impressing guests with its freshness and flavor. With a combination of simple ingredients and foolproof techniques, you can create restaurant-quality results right at home.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz) cod fillets
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with non-stick spray or olive oil.
- Pat the fish fillets dry, then season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a medium bowl, combine diced tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Place seasoned fish in the prepared baking dish and spoon tomato herb sauce over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Let it rest for a minute before serving; garnish with additional fresh basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute cod with other firm white fish like tilapia or salmon. Add olives or capers for an extra flavor kick or toss in seasonal vegetables for added nutrition. For meal prep convenience, prepare everything a few hours in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.
