Mock Baccalla Salad

Transform your table with the vibrant flavors of this Mock Baccalà Salad, a light and refreshing twist on the traditional Italian classic! Featuring tender, flaky cod fillets paired with tangy capers, juicy cherry tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is a celebration of bold and fresh ingredients. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe combines quick, simple cooking techniques with a delicate balance of savory and citrusy notes, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer. Serve it chilled for a flavor-packed bite that’s light, healthy, and undeniably delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Cod fillets (fresh or frozen, thawed)
• 1 Lemon
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and halved)
• 2 tbsp Capers (drained)
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the cod fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice from one half over the cod fillets. Reserve the other half for later.

Step 3

Season the cod with a pinch of salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 5

Place the cod fillets in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the skillet and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 6

While the cod cools, prepare the salad base by combining the red onion, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and capers in a large mixing bowl.

Step 7

Flake the cooled cod into bite-sized pieces using a fork. Add the fish to the salad mixture in the bowl.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, juice from the reserved lemon half, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 10

Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the salad as a garnish.

Step 11

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	867.5 grams (867.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1088

Total Fat 73.50g	94%
Saturated Fat 11.00g	55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 195mg	65%
Sodium 3551mg	154%
Total Carbohydrate 23.00g	8%
Dietary Fiber 8.60g	31%
Total Sugars 6.30g
Protein 86.20g	172%

Vitamin D 181IU	907%
Calcium 193mg	15%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 2285mg	49%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.2%

Protein: 31.4%

Carbs: 8.4%