Baked Cod in Foil
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Baked Cod in Foil

4 servings
Baking cod in foil packets with bell pepper, tomatoes, and basil, makes a quick and delicious weeknight meal that is easy to prepare (and clean up).

Ingredients

  • tomatoes

    cubed

    2
  • red bell pepper

    seeded and cubed

    1
  • onion

    minced

    1
  • olive oil
    2 tbsp
  • chopped fresh basil
    2 tbsp
  • garlic

    minced

    1 clove
  • aluminum foil
  • cod fillets
    4
  • lemon

    juiced

    1
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

    Step 1
  2. 2

    Combine tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, olive oil, basil, and garlic in a bowl and mix well.

    Step 2
  3. 3

    Lay 4 sheets of aluminum foil on a work surface and place 1 cod fillet in the center of each.

    Step 3
  4. 4

    Spoon tomato mixture evenly on top of the 4 fillets.

    Step 4
  5. 5

    Drizzle with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.

    Step 5
  6. 6

    Place a second sheet of foil on top and seal the edges to make a parcel.

    Step 6
  7. 7

    Repeat with the remaining fillets and tomato mixture.

    Step 7
  8. 8

    Bake in the preheated oven until cod flakes easily with a fork, about 20 minutes.

    Step 8
  9. 9

    Remove from the oven and carefully unwrap the parcels. Spoon onto warmed plates to serve.

    Step 9
Baked Cod in Foil
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Baked Cod in Foil

45 min4 servings216 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a healthy, flavorful dinner that practically cleans up after itself? This Baked Cod in Foil recipe delivers a tender, flaky fish experience infused with fresh, vibrant flavors, all with minimal effort. It's the perfect solution for a delicious weeknight meal that feels gourmet without the fuss.

What makes this recipe truly stand out is the magic of foil packet cooking. Encasing the cod fillets with fresh tomatoes, crisp red bell pepper, aromatic onion, and fragrant basil creates a self-steaming environment. This technique locks in moisture, ensuring your cod is incredibly tender and juicy, while the vegetables soften perfectly, mingling their juices to create a savory sauce right in the packet.

Expect a beautifully light yet satisfying meal that highlights the delicate flavor of cod. The fish emerges from its foil cocoon perfectly cooked, shedding into succulent flakes. Each bite is brightened by the sweetness of the tomatoes and bell pepper, a subtle pungency from the onion and garlic, and a refreshing burst of fresh basil and lemon. It's a naturally balanced dish, weighing in at just 216 calories per serving, making it a wonderful choice for a wholesome dinner.

While this recipe shines with its specified fresh ingredients, you can easily adapt it to your taste. Feel free to adjust the amount of red bell pepper, tomatoes, or onion to suit your preference. A touch more fresh basil or an extra squeeze of lemon juice before serving can also elevate the flavors to your liking. Always season generously with salt and black pepper to bring out the best in every component.

This Baked Cod in Foil is ideal for a relaxed family dinner or a light supper for guests. Serve it directly from the foil packets for a rustic presentation and even easier cleanup, perhaps alongside a simple green salad or a side of quinoa to complete the meal.

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