Mediterranean Baked Cod with Garlic & Olives

A quick, flavor-packed healthy dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.

⌛ Recipe Basics

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Cook Time: 15 minutes

• Total Time: 25 minutes

• Yields: 4 servings

What You’ll Need

• Non-stick cooking spray (for pan prep)

• 1 ½ pounds cod fillets

• 1 teaspoon olive oil

• 1 ½ teaspoons Greek seasoning blend

• ⅓ cup pitted Kalamata olives

• ⅓ cup roughly chopped, drained brined artichoke hearts

• ¼ cup julienned, drained sun-dried tomatoes packed in olive oil

• 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (extra for extra garnish, if desired)

• 4 fresh lemon wedges, for serving

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a standard baking sheet with aluminum foil, then coat the foil evenly with non-stick cooking spray.

2. Pat all cod fillets completely dry with paper towels, then arrange them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly coat the top of each fillet with olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with Greek seasoning.

3. In a small mixing bowl, combine the Kalamata olives, chopped artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh lemon juice, and minced garlic. Stir until evenly mixed, then spoon the mixture evenly over the top of each seasoned cod fillet.

4. Bake the cod for 14 to 16 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily when gently prodded with a fork. For safe, accurate doneness, confirm the internal temperature of the thickest part of the fillet reaches 145°F (63°C) on an instant-read thermometer. Baking time may shift slightly depending on the thickness of your fillets.

5. Carefully lift each cod fillet and its topping from the baking sheet to a serving platter or individual plates using a large spatula. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately with a lemon wedge on the side.

Chef’s Tips

Cod has a naturally delicate, flaky texture that can break easily when transferred from the baking sheet. To avoid torn or broken fillets, use a wide, thin fish spatula for moving cooked cod. If you don’t have pre-made Greek seasoning on hand (it can be hard to find or overpriced at many grocery stores), we share a simple homemade Greek seasoning recipe right here on our site that works perfectly for this dish. This recipe is also flexible: any firm white fish (like haddock or halibut) will work beautifully as a substitute for cod.