Baked Cod With Cherry Tomatoes, Basil & Shallots
Presenting one of my favorite way to prepare fish! Here is my take on a baked cod with cherry tomatoes shallots and basil steamed to perfection in parchment paper. With all the heavy holiday meals, I was craving something light and fresh. Paired with one of our favorite alcohol-removed chardonnay’s from Fre Wines - a staple in our household since finding out we’re expecting baby number 2.
Baked Cod With Cherry Tomatoes & Shallots
INGREDIENTS
1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil,
4-6 whole basil leaves
20 cherry tomatoes, halved
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 lb cod filet
1 tablespoon salt
squeezed half lemon
INSTRUCTIONS
Chop the basil and finely chop the shallots
Slice the tomatoes in half
Line a baking pan or sheet with parchment paper
Place in the sliced tomatos, basil and shallots on the base of the pan
Place the cod in the center of pan
Drizzle with olive oil
Sprinkle with salt
Squeeze lemon
Wrap parchment paper and roll the paper to hold and cover
Place in over for 15-20 minutes at 400 degrees
Remove and serve. Top with whole basil leaves for garnish and pour yourself a glass of wine.
Watch the full recipe video here!