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High Protein Low Calorie Cod Cucumber Dill Plate

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A refreshing Mediterranean dish featuring flaky cod fillets, crisp cucumber ribbons, and bright dill. This high-protein, low-calorie plate combines lean fish with cool vegetables for a light yet satisfying meal perfect for healthy eaters.

  • Total Time: 27
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

Cod fillets, 1 pound
English cucumber, 2 medium
Fresh dill, 1/4 cup chopped
Extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons
Lemon, 1
Garlic, 2 cloves minced
Capers, 1 tablespoon
Sea salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Olive, optional garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Pat cod fillets dry, season with salt and pepper
Place on parchment-lined baking sheet
Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and half the lemon juice
Bake until flaky, 10-12 minutes
Meanwhile, slice cucumbers into long ribbons
Toss with remaining olive oil, dill, lemon zest, and juice
Add garlic, capers, salt and pepper to taste
Arrange cod on plates, top with cucumber blend

Notes

Use halibut or halal-certified tilapia for substitutions
Add lemon slices and fresh dill for garnish
Capers optional for briny flavor

  • Author: Elena
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 12
  • Category: Low Calorie Meals
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Low Calorie, High Protein, Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg