Traditional Greek Lemon Baked Cod
Experience the vibrant flavors of Greece with this traditional baked cod dish, infused with zesty lemon and tangy feta cheese. Each succulent fillet is bathed in a rich tomato and garlic sauce, creating a harmonious blend of Mediterranean aromas.
Ingredients
Ingredients for Traditional Greek Lemon Baked Cod | |
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| olive oil | |
| ⅓ | lb feta cheese, crumbled |
| 1 | pinch oregano |
| 3-4 | garlic cloves, crushed |
| 3 | ripe tomatoes, chopped |
| 1 | teaspoon lemon juice |
| 2 | cod fish fillets |
| salt to taste | |
| pepper to taste | |
| lemon wedges for serving | |
Instructions
For Baking | |
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| 1. | Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). |
| 2. | Grease a baking pan with olive oil and arrange the cod fish fillets in it. |
Preparation and Baking | |
| 1. | In a bowl, combine chopped tomatoes, lemon juice, oregano, olive oil, and crushed garlic cloves. Mix thoroughly. |
| 2. | Divide the tomato mixture evenly over each fish fillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste. |
| 3. | Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top of each fillet. |
| 4. | Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through. |
| 5. | Check the fish periodically to prevent overcooking. |
| 6. | Serve the baked cod with lemon wedges on the side. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fish before enjoying. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 430.3 kcal |
| Protein | 53.9 g |
| Fat | 18.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 11.9 g |
| Fiber | 2.3 g |
| Sugar | 8.1 g |
Published on Aug 06, 2024 by Luminița