Mock Baccalla Salad
Transform your table with the vibrant flavors of this Mock Baccalà Salad, a light and refreshing twist on the traditional Italian classic! Featuring tender, flaky cod fillets paired with tangy capers, juicy cherry tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is a celebration of bold and fresh ingredients. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe combines quick, simple cooking techniques with a delicate balance of savory and citrusy notes, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer. Serve it chilled for a flavor-packed bite that’s light, healthy, and undeniably delicious!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb Cod fillets (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- 1 Lemon
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and halved)
- 2 tbsp Capers (drained)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the cod fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Step 2
Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice from one half over the cod fillets. Reserve the other half for later.
Step 3
Season the cod with a pinch of salt and pepper on both sides.
Step 4
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Step 5
Place the cod fillets in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the skillet and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 6
While the cod cools, prepare the salad base by combining the red onion, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and capers in a large mixing bowl.
Step 7
Flake the cooled cod into bite-sized pieces using a fork. Add the fish to the salad mixture in the bowl.
Step 8
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, juice from the reserved lemon half, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Step 9
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring the ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 10
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the salad as a garnish.
Step 11
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (867.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1087.9 |
| Total Fat 73.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 195.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3551.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 23.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.3g | |
| Protein 86.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 181.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 193.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2285.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories