Baked Cod with Roasted Vegetables

Baked Cod with Roasted Vegetables recipe videos

Baked Cod with Roasted Vegetables is a simple, healthy dish featuring tender, flaky white fish cod baked alongside a colorful medley of seasonal vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, onions, and tomatoes. It's a staple in many coastal cuisines, particularly in the Mediterranean and North America, where fresh fish and abundant produce are readily available. The dish highlights clean flavors, often seasoned with herbs like dill, parsley, or thyme, olive oil, lemon, and garlic.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a high-protein, low-carbohydrate meal, providing lean protein from the cod and a good source of dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals from the roasted vegetables. A typical serving contains roughly 300-400 calories, with the exact count depending on the type and amount of vegetables and added fats like olive oil.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	32 g
Carbs	18 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	5 g
Sugar	7 g
Sodium	450 mg
Vitamin C	45 mg
Vitamin A	1200 IU
Potassium	650 mg
Vitamin B12	1.8 mcg
Selenium	38 mcg
Phosphorus	320 mg
Niacin (B3)	4.2 mg
Folate	55 mcg

Per 1 serving (approximately 250g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Nutritionally, cod is an excellent source of lean protein and is low in fat, making it a heart-healthy choice. Culturally, the combination of baked fish with roasted vegetables is a modern, health-conscious take on traditional one-pan meals found in many seafaring cultures, emphasizing simplicity and the natural flavors of the ingredients.