There’s something incredibly satisfying about sliding a tray of food into the oven, setting a timer, and walking away knowing dinner is basically making itself. No babysitting the stove. No juggling multiple pans. No chaos. Just a healthy, hands-off meal that feels a little fancy… without actually being fancy.
This Baked Cod with Roasted Veggies is exactly that kind of meal. It’s light but satisfying, nourishing but low-effort, and perfect for those evenings when you want to treat yourself to real food—but you’d rather not be tied to the kitchen.
🐟 Why This Recipe Is So Good For You
Healthy doesn’t have to mean complicated. This one-pan dinner is a prime example of how simple ingredients can deliver big nutritional wins:
- Cod is a lean, high-protein fish that’s low in fat and packed with B vitamins and omega-3s. Plus, it cooks quickly and has a mild flavor that works with anything.
- Mixed veggies like zucchini, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes bring antioxidants, fiber, and color to your plate.
- Olive oil adds those heart-healthy fats and helps everything roast to golden perfection.
- Garlic, paprika, salt and pepper make it taste like you put in way more effort than you actually did.
It’s the perfect weeknight “I’ve got my life together” kind of meal—whether you actually do or not.
📝 Real Talk: The Night I Became a Cod Person
Confession: I avoided cooking fish at home for years. It felt intimidating, like it belonged to restaurant kitchens and people who owned lemon zesters. Then one night I gave cod a shot—mostly because it was on sale—and I was shocked at how easy it was. No weird fish smell, no tricky techniques. Just season, bake, done.
Now it’s one of my quiet weeknight victories.
🍽️ Baked Cod with Roasted Veggies
Ingredients:
- 1 cod fillet (150g)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes—whatever you love or have on hand)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt, pepper, paprika to taste
How to make it:
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Toss the veggies with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread veggies on a lined baking sheet. Place the cod fillet on top or to the side, and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the fish is flaky and the veggies are golden and tender.
- Plate it up and bask in your low-effort kitchen brilliance.
💡 Quick Tips
- No cod? Swap for salmon, tilapia, or even tofu if you’re plant-based.
- Add carbs if you need them: Serve with quinoa, couscous, or roasted baby potatoes.
- Amp up flavor: Add a squeeze of lemon, fresh herbs, or a dollop of Greek yogurt mixed with lemon and dill for a quick sauce.
This recipe is proof that healthy, delicious dinners don’t have to come from a cookbook with 14 steps and a 2-hour prep time. Sometimes all it takes is a baking sheet, 20 minutes, and a little olive oil magic.
Let me know if you try it—and tag me in your cozy tray-bake pics. Bonus points for a glass of wine and a candle-lit solo dinner vibe 🕯️🍷
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Remember: eat well, live well, stress less. 🌱
