Healthy Recipes

Mediterranean Baked Cod with Roasted Zucchini and Lemon-Herb Quinoa (Monday, October 28, 2024)

Mediterranean Baked Cod with Roasted Zucchini and Lemon-Herb Quinoa (Monday, October 28, 2024)

Healthy recipe · Dinner
30 min1 serving450 kcal

A balanced dinner recipe with clear preparation steps and practical nutrition values.

Macros per serving

Estimated calorie contribution from protein, carbohydrates and fats.

Protein35 g · 31% kcal
Carbohydrates45 g · 40% kcal
Fats15 g · 29% kcal

Ingredients

  • Cod Fillet
    Cod Fillet150g
  • Zucchini
    Zucchini200g
  • Quinoa (uncooked)
    Quinoa (uncooked)50g
  • Lemon
    Lemon1/2
  • Fresh Herbs (rosemary, thyme)
    Fresh Herbs (rosemary, thyme)1 tbsp, chopped
  • Olive Oil
    Olive Oil1 tbsp

Method

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

  2. 2

    Toss sliced zucchini with 1/2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 15 minutes.

  3. 3

    Cook quinoa according to package directions.

  4. 4

    Place cod fillet on a baking sheet. Drizzle with remaining olive oil, lemon juice, and sprinkle with herbs, salt, and pepper.

  5. 5

    Bake cod for 12-15 minutes, or until cooked through.

  6. 6

    Serve cod with roasted zucchini and quinoa.

Nutrition per serving

Calories450kcal
Protein35g
Carbs45g
Fats15g

Nutrition per 100 g

Reference values for the main ingredients used in this recipe.

IngredientkcalProteinCarbsFats
Cod Fillet9020 g0 g1 g
Zucchini171 g3 g0 g
Quinoa (uncooked)36814 g64 g6 g
Lemon290.5 g9 g0.3 g
Fresh Herbs (rosemary, thyme)1313 g20 g5 g
Olive Oil8840 g0 g100 g
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