Discover the perfect blend of fresh, vibrant flavours in our Cod & Pesto Orzo. This delightful dish centers around tender, flaky cod that sits atop a bed of perfectly cooked orzo pasta. Everything is coated in the irresistible, bright taste of fresh pesto, and studded with bursts of sweet, juicy tomatoes. Easy to prepare yet sophisticated enough to impress, this is a restaurant-quality meal you can effortlessly enjoy at home.
Ingredients
- 2 Cod Fillets
- 1-15oz Chopped Tomatoes
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp oregano
- 2 cups Orzo
- 1/4 cup pesto
- 3 oz Goats Cheese, crumbled
- 1 garlic powder
- Sea salt & ground black pepper to taste
- Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200c Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil.
- Drizzle olive oil in a baking dish. Add fish. Season liberally with garlic powder, salt & pepper.
- Top evenly with tomatoes and oregano.
- Bake for about 25 minutes, or until cod is flaky and opaque.
- Once the pot of water is boiling, add orzo. Cook for 6 minutes, or until tender.
- Drain and return to pot. When fish is just about done, stir pesto and goat cheese into the cooked orzo.
- Season to taste with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Plate the orzo and top with cod. Serve with a yummy green salad and enjoy!