Herb Crusted Baked Cod Vegetables (Printer View)

Tender cod with fresh herb crust and colorful roasted vegetables creates a light, satisfying Mediterranean meal ready in 45 minutes.

# What you'll need:

→ Fish

01 - 4 cod fillets, skinless and boneless, approximately 5.3 oz each
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Herb Crust

04 - 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
07 - 2 teaspoons lemon zest from 1 lemon
08 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
09 - 3 tablespoons gluten-free breadcrumbs
10 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, optional

→ Roasted Vegetables

11 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
12 - 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
13 - 1 zucchini, sliced
14 - 1 red onion, peeled and cut into wedges
15 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
16 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
17 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ To Serve

18 - Lemon wedges

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss carrots, bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion with 2 tablespoons olive oil, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast vegetables in the oven for 10 minutes.
04 - In a small bowl, combine parsley, dill, chives, lemon zest, garlic, breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese if using.
05 - Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels. Brush both sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
06 - Press herb mixture evenly onto the top of each cod fillet.
07 - Remove baking sheet from oven after vegetables have roasted 10 minutes. Push vegetables to one side and place cod fillets on the other side. Return to oven and bake for 15 additional minutes until cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork and vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
08 - Serve herb-crusted cod hot with roasted vegetables and lemon wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare in just 45 minutes from start to finish.
  • Packed with 33g of protein per serving while remaining low in carbs.
  • A complete gluten-free meal cooked on a single baking sheet for easy cleanup.
02 -
  • Ensure the oven is fully preheated to 400°F to achieve the best caramelization on the vegetables.
  • Press the herb mixture firmly onto the fish to help it stay in place during baking.
  • If not sensitive to gluten, regular breadcrumbs can be used as a direct substitute.
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