Description
This Grilled Cod with Spinach and Tomatoes is a light, healthy dish made in a foil packet with fresh vegetables, mozzarella, and a splash of balsamic vinegar. Perfect for a quick, flavorful weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 1 (4-ounce) cod fillet
- Salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- A pinch of garlic powder
- 1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh spinach
- 1/4 tomato, seeded and diced
- 1 tablespoon chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 slice mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
Instructions
- Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
- Place the cod fillet onto a piece of aluminum foil. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Top the fish with chopped spinach, diced tomato, and onion. Lightly season again with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the fish and vegetables, then add the mozzarella cubes.
- Fold the foil over the fish to form a sealed packet, crimping the edges tightly.
- Grill the foil packet for 7 to 9 minutes, or until the cod flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from grill, carefully open the foil packet, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add herbs like basil, parsley, or thyme for enhanced flavor.
- Spice it up with red pepper flakes or chili powder.
- Include additional veggies like zucchini or bell peppers.
- Swap mozzarella with provolone or white cheddar.
- Add lemon juice for a fresh citrus note.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently on stovetop or in the oven.
- Not recommended for freezing due to texture changes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 foil packet
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
