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Cod with asparagus in a tomato lemon butter sauce

Cod and Asparagus in Tomato Lemon Butter Sauce

Cod and Asparagus in Tomato Lemon Butter Sauce combines flaky cod fish with tender asparagus and a flavorful tomato lemon butter sauce, making it a delicious healthy dinner option.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 133kcal
Author :Chloe

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons (28 g) butter divided
  • 4 pieces cod 3 ounces each
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.5 g) salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon (0.25 g) ground black pepper
  • 1 pound (454 g) asparagus ends trimmed
  • 1 pound (454 g) cherry tomatoes sliced in half
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon (0.5 g) red pepper flakes
  • 2 green onions sliced and divided into greens and whites
  • 1/3 cup (79 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon (2 g) basil chopped

Instructions

  • Heat the oil and half the butter in a pan over medium heat until melted.
  • Season the cod with salt and pepper. Add the cod to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until slightly golden.
  • Meanwhile, boil one inch of water in a pan. Add the asparagus to the pan and simmer for 3-5 minutes (thin takes 3, thick takes 5). Turn off heat and remove asparagus.
  • Remove the cod from the pan and add the tomatoes. Cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add the garlic, red pepper flakes and the whites of the green onions. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the broth and bring to a simmer, then add the lemon juice and remaining butter.
  • Return the cod to the pan to reheat for about 2 minutes.
  • Serve cod and tomatoes over a bed of asparagus, garnished with sauce and remaining green onions and basil.

Nutrition

Calories: 133kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 215mg | Potassium: 527mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1711IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg

The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.