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20-Minute Mediterranean Cod (Low Carb, PCOS-Friendly Dinner)

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My personal 20-minute Mediterranean cod recipe with lean protein and healthy fats. Perfect for easy PCOS-friendly dinners.

  • Total Time: 20
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 (6 oz) cod fillets

  • 3 tbsp olive oil, divided

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes

  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tbsp capers

  • 1 tsp dried oregano

  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced

  • ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

  2. In large oven-safe skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add tomatoes, olives, garlic, and capers. Sauté 3-4 minutes.

  3. Pat cod fillets dry. Rub with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and season with oregano, salt, and pepper.

  4. Nestle cod into tomato mixture. Spoon juices over fish.

  5. Transfer to oven and roast 12-15 minutes until cod flakes easily.

  6. Top with fresh basil, lemon zest, and lemon juice before serving.

Notes

  • For Perfect Fish: Patting the cod completely dry is key for the best texture.

  • Emma’s Kitchen Note: This is one of my absolute go-to recipes—I probably make it every other week. It’s my fail-safe for busy nights when I need a dinner that feels a bit special but requires minimal effort and cleanup. It never lets me down!

  • Meal Prep: The tomato mixture can be made 1-2 days ahead.

  • Serving Suggestion: Perfect with a simple green salad or crusty bread.

 

  • Calories: 245 kcal
  • Author: Emma Carter
  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Pan-Roasting
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Gluten Free