Description
Cod with Tomato-Basil Salsa (Parchment Pack Style) is a savory seafood dish where cod fillets are seasoned and baked inside parchment paper, accompanied by a fresh tomato-basil salsa. The key to this recipe’s success lies in the delicate steaming method, which locks in the flavors while keeping the fish tender and moist. The salsa adds a vibrant and tangy touch, bringing brightness to the dish.
Ingredients
For the Salsa:
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 2 tsp capers, rinsed and chopped
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon zest + 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp minced shallot
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Packets:
- 1½ cups corn kernels (fresh or thawed)
- 8 oz thin green beans, trimmed and chopped
- 4 skinless cod fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 2 tbsp dry white wine
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Position racks in upper and lower thirds.
- Make the salsa: Combine tomatoes, capers, 3 tbsp olive oil, lemon zest & juice, shallot, basil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Let it sit to develop flavor.
- Prepare parchment: Cut four 16-inch sheets. Fold each in half and open like a book.
- Layer veggies: Toss corn and green beans with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Divide among parchment sheets.
- Add cod: Season fillets with salt. Place on veggie mounds. Dot with butter and drizzle with wine.
- Seal packets: Fold parchment over and crimp edges tightly.
- Bake for 15 minutes until parchment puffs and fish is cooked through.
- Serve: Carefully open packets and spoon salsa over each fillet.
Notes
This Cod with Tomato-Basil Salsa is light, fresh, and full of flavor—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a healthy weekend meal. Pair it with steamed vegetables, rice, or a crisp garden salad for a complete dish. The salsa also works beautifully with grilled chicken or shrimp if you’d like to switch things up!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking / Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with salsa
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: Moderate
Keywords: Cod with Tomato Salsa, Parchment Pack Cod, Tomato Basil Cod Recipe