Roasted Cod Nicoise Recipe

This roasted cod Nicoise recipe is a flavorful and nutritious dish that combines tender roasted cod with a classic Nicoise salad featuring fresh ingredients like tomatoes, olives, green beans, potatoes, and eggs. The dish is drizzled with a tangy vinaigrette dressing for a burst of flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

• 4 cod fillets
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup olives
• 1/2 lb green beans, trimmed
• 1 lb small potatoes, halved
• 4 eggs
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Place the cod fillets on a baking sheet and season with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
3. While the cod is roasting, boil the potatoes in a pot of salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.
4. In another pot, boil the eggs for 8-10 minutes, then cool and peel.
5. Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
7. In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, olives, green beans, and potatoes. Drizzle with the vinaigrette and toss to coat.
8. Divide the salad among plates, top with the roasted cod fillets, and garnish with halved boiled eggs.
9. Serve the roasted cod Nicoise immediately and enjoy!

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