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.

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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!