Description
This Fresh Cod with Tomato Basil Sauce recipe is a delightful Mediterranean-inspired dish that features tender cod fillets simmered in a flavorful tomato basil sauce. The combination of fresh ingredients creates a light and healthy seafood dinner that is perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Cod with Tomato Basil Sauce:
- 4 fresh cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Cod: Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add Tomatoes and Basil: Pour in the diced tomatoes with juices. Add basil and red pepper flakes. Simmer to meld flavors.
- Cook the Cod: Place cod fillets in the sauce, spooning sauce over the top. Cover and simmer until fish is opaque.
- Serve: Serve hot with extra sauce and lemon wedges.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice, crusty bread, or sautéed spinach.
- You can use 1 tablespoon dried basil as a substitute for fresh basil if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
