Description
Tomato Cod Pasta is a delightful dish that brings together tender cod fillets and al dente pasta in a rich, tomato-based sauce. Infused with aromatic garlic and fresh herbs, this recipe offers a vibrant flavor explosion reminiscent of Mediterranean cuisine. It’s easy to prepare yet impressively sophisticated, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve this visually stunning dish to impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 oz fresh cod fillets
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook spaghetti or linguine until al dente, according to package instructions.
- While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Season cod fillets with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for about three minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet. Cook until tomatoes burst and create a sauce.
- Drain pasta (reserve some cooking water) and add it to the skillet with the cod mixture. Toss gently, adding reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- Finish with freshly squeezed lemon juice and garnish with basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg