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Cod With Leeks

By Fiona Haynes, About.com

Cod With Leeks

Cod With Leeks

Fiona Haynes
This is a low fat meal the whole family can enjoy. Cod is a mild-tasting fish that lends itself to a variety of flavors. Feel free to use another white fish if you prefer. Serves this cod and leeks meal with a side dish of whole grain rice or couscous.

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 pound leeks, white and light green parts only, cleaned and sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 14.5-ounce can petite-diced tomatoes
  • 1 pound cod fillet, cut into 4 pieces
  • 1/2 cup fresh chopped parsley

Preparation:

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a large oven-proof skillet sauté leeks, garlic and mushrooms in olive oil until softened. Add tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes. Place cod fillets in skillet on top of vegetables. Cover and place in oven for 15 minutes.

Uncover and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Serves 4

Per Serving: Calories 224, Calories from Fat 34, Total Fat 3.8g (sat 0.4g), Cholesterol 42mg, Sodium 240mg, Carbohydrate 22.8g, Fiber 4.4g, Protein 24.7g

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