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High Protein Cod Avocado Lime Dinner Salad

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A quick, wholesome Mediterranean salad featuring flaky baked cod, creamy avocado, fresh lime, and crisp vegetables. Packed with lean protein, healthy fats, and zesty citrus dressing for a light yet satisfying weeknight meal.

  • Total Time: 27
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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2 cod fillets (6 oz each)
1 ripe avocado
4 cups mixed greens
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small cucumber, sliced
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Juice of 1 lime
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Place cod on a lined baking sheet and season with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp olive oil
Bake cod for 12 minutes until flaky
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion
Halve the avocado and top the salad
Drizzle remaining olive oil and lime juice over the salad; sprinkle with cilantro
Season with remaining salt and pepper before serving

Notes

Cod can be prepped the night before and refrigerated
Store unused lime halves in a sealed container in the fridge for 2 days
For extra flavor, marinate cod in Mediterranean herbs before baking
Leftover salad components can be stored separately for 24 hours
Serve with crusty bread for a heartier meal

  • Author: Elena
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 12
  • Category: High Protein Meals
  • Method: Baking and Chopping
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg