Air Fried Cod with Mediterranean Quinoa Salad - Savor the Mediterranean flavors with Baked Cod paired with a vibrant quinoa salad. The cod, baked to perfection, is adorned with a lemony herb topping. Paired with a quinoa salad featuring cherry tomatoes, olives, and feta, this dish is a wholesome and heart-healthy choice.
For the Baked Cod:
- 4 cod fillets
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Mediterranean Quinoa Salad:
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Kalamata olives, sliced
- Feta cheese, crumbled
- Red onion, finely chopped
- Fresh basil, chopped
- Balsamic vinaigrette dressing
- Instructions:
- Prepare the Baked Cod:
- Preheat your Air Fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- In order to get it perfectly flakey, place the cod fillets in the EaZy MealZ Air Fry Crisper Basket, coat with the herb mixture, and bake for 15-18 minutes until the cod is flaky.
- Prepare the Mediterranean Quinoa Salad:
- In a bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, red onion, and fresh basil.
- Toss with balsamic vinaigrette.
- Assembly:
- Plate the baked cod fillets alongside a generous serving of Mediterranean quinoa salad.
- Garnish and Enjoy:
- Garnish with additional fresh basil and feta.
- Relish the Mediterranean goodness of baked cod and quinoa salad.