Mediterranean Cod
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1/4 C. sun dried tomato pestoÂ
1 lb cod fillets, cut into 4 portionsÂ
2 bulbs fennel (3/4 lb), trimmed, halved, and sliced very thin crosswiseÂ
2 T. chopped fennel frondsÂ
1/4 C. halved pitted kalamata olivesÂ
1 C. whole fresh parsley leavesÂ
1 1/2 tsp. lemon juiceÂ
1 1/2 tsp. olive oilÂ
1/8 tsp. saltÂ
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Preheat oven to 400ºF. Spoon 1 T. of pesto on each fillet. Arrange in ovenproof skillet with space in between. Roast 9 minutes, until opaque at center. Remove from oven. While cod cooks, toss sliced fennel and fronds, olives, parsley, lemon juice, oil, and salt in large bowl. Divide fennel salad among 4 plates and top each with one roasted cod portion.
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Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 162
Fat: 4g
Fiber: 3g