Ingredients for Cod Over Lemon Basil Orzo
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chopped yellow bell pepper
- 1 cup chopped yellow cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- Capers
- 2 (6-ounce) cod fillets
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 6 cups water
- juice of 1 fresh lemon
- zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
- salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
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How to Make Cod Over Lemon Basil Orzo
- Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add the zest and juice of 1 lemon.
- While the water heats, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add 1 cup of chopped cherry or grape tomatoes and 1/2 cup of chopped bell peppers (any color). Cook for 4 minutes.
- Pour in 1/2 cup of dry white wine (optional) and simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly reduce.
- Add 1 cup of orzo pasta to the boiling water. Cook for approximately 9 minutes, or until al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Season 2 (6-ounce) cod fillets with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Add the cod fillets to the skillet with the vegetable sauce. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the cod is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Drain the cooked orzo and toss it with 1/4 cup of chopped fresh basil.
- Serve the cod fillets over the lemon-basil orzo, spooning the delicious sauce over the top.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
9 g
Sugar
25g
Fat
8g
Carbs
44g
