Baked Mediterranean Cod with Tomatoes and Olives

 Baked Mediterranean Cod with Tomatoes and Olives

Ingredients (serves 4):

4 cod fillets (approximately 150-180 g each)

300 g cherry tomatoes, halved

80 g pitted black or green olives

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp dried oregano

Salt and black pepper

Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)

Preparation:

Preheat the oven to 190°C (fan-assisted).

Prepare the filling:

In a bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, olives, garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.

Place the cod in a baking dish. Pour a little of the tomato-olive mixture over the fillets, and spread the rest around the edges.

Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets, until the cod is cooked through (it should flake easily with a fork).

Remove from the oven, add a squeeze of lemon juice if desired, and sprinkle with fresh basil leaves.

Serve with:

Fragrant rice, couscous, or steamed potatoes

A green salad or grilled vegetables