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Baked Cod Parcels with Lentils and Sautéed Kale
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Medium saucepan
  • Large skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 4 (6-ounce) cod fillets
  • 1 cup dried green lentils, rinsed
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 large bunch kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place each cod fillet on a square of parchment paper. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and top with lemon slices and half the parsley. Fold the parchment into sealed parcels and set them on a baking sheet.
  • Bake the parcels for 12 to 15 minutes until the cod flakes easily with a fork.
  • While the cod bakes, combine the lentils and vegetable broth in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes until the lentils are tender. Drain any excess liquid if needed.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the kale and cook, stirring often, for 5 to 7 minutes until it wilts and turns bright green. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Remove the cod parcels from the oven and carefully open them. Serve the fish over the lentils with the sautéed kale on the side. Sprinkle the remaining parsley on top.

Notes

Make the lentils a day ahead and reheat them gently with a splash of broth so they stay creamy. If you prefer softer kale, cover the skillet for the last two minutes of cooking. Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for two days and reheat nicely in a covered pan with a little water to loosen the lentils.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Equipment: Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Medium saucepan, Large skillet