Grilled Cod with Romesco Sauce

Grilled Cod with Romesco Sauce is a vibrant, healthy dish that combines tender, perfectly grilled cod fillets with a smoky, rich Romesco sauce. This quick and easy recipe is ideal for a nutritious and delicious weeknight dinner.

Ingredients:

For the Cod:

• 4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

For the Romesco Sauce:

• 2 cups roasted and peeled red bell peppers
• ¼ cup toasted almonds
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ¼ cup olive oil

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Grill: Set the grill to medium-high heat.
2. Season the Cod: Brush the cod fillets with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
3. Grill the Cod: Place the fillets on the grill, cooking for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
4. Prepare the Romesco Sauce: While the cod is grilling, blend the roasted red bell peppers, toasted almonds, garlic, sherry vinegar, smoked paprika, and olive oil in a food processor until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
5. Serve: Drizzle the Romesco sauce over the grilled cod fillets, or serve it on the side for dipping.

Nutrition (Per Serving):

• Calories: 350 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 8g
• Protein: 35g
• Fat: 20g (3g saturated, 5g polyunsaturated, 12g monounsaturated)
• Cholesterol: 80mg
• Sodium: 450mg
• Potassium: 600mg
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 4g
• Vitamin A: 1500 IU
• Vitamin C: 45mg
• Calcium: 60mg
• Iron: 2mg

Meal Type: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: Grilled Cod, Romesco Sauce, healthy recipe
Cooking Method: Grilled
Total Time: 30–45 minutes
Difficulty Level: Easy