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Delicious Cod with Fig and Goat Cheese

Baked cod topped with fresh figs and creamy goat cheese for a simple, healthy meal.

Delicious Cod with Fig and Goat Cheese

Try this easy baked cod with fresh figs and creamy goat cheese for a healthy and flavorful seafood dinner.

Recipe Details

Prep time
10m
Cook time
15m
Rest time
2m
Total time
27m

Ingredients

Servings:
1
  • 150 g cod fillet skinless
  • 2 piece fresh fig sliced
  • 30 g goat cheese crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 piece garlic clove minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
  • 1 pinch salt fine
  • 1 pinch black pepper ground

Origins

International

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 Fahrenheit).
  2. Pat dry the cod fillet with paper towels.
  3. Season the cod fillet with salt and ground black pepper on both sides.
  4. Heat extra virgin olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add minced garlic clove to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Place the cod fillet in the skillet and sear for 2 minutes on one side.
  7. Flip the cod fillet carefully and cook for another 2 minutes.
  8. Arrange sliced fresh figs on top of the cod fillet.
  9. Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese evenly over the figs and cod.
  10. Add fresh thyme leaves and drizzle fresh lemon juice over the top.
  11. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8 minutes until the cod is cooked through and cheese is slightly melted.
  12. Remove from oven and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Tips

  • Use fresh figs for best flavor and texture.
  • Do not overcook the cod to keep it moist and tender.
  • Serve immediately after resting for optimal taste.

Serving Suggestions

  • steamed green beans
  • roasted baby potatoes
  • mixed green salad

Enjoy this delicious baked cod with figs and goat cheese as a healthy and elegant meal perfect for any occasion.

Nutrition Facts

Estimated values per 100g.

  • Fiber (g): 1
  • Sodium (g): 0.2
  • Sugar (g): 2
  • Fat (g): 4
  • Carbohydrates (g): 3
  • Protein (g): 18
  • Calories: 130
  • Cholesterol (g): 0.05
  • Saturated Fat (g): 1.5

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