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Broccoli Red Pepper Pesto Cod

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb fresh cod filets
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
  • pesto
  • 1 cup chopped broccoli pieces
  • 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, jarred or fresh roasted
  • 2 each cloves garlic
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup walnuts
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 tbsp olive oil, divided

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Generously salt and pepper cod. Place 1 tablespoon oil in a shallow dish. Add cod.
  • Place broccoli, red peppers, garlic, basil and walnuts in a food processor. Pulse to roughly chop. Add cheese and process into a loose paste.
  • Slowly drizzle in 1 tablespoon at a time of oil, with the processor running until reaching desired consistency.
  • Top cod with pesto. Bake at 400 degrees for approximately 15 to 20 minutes until fish is opaque, easily flakes and reaches 145 degrees. Serve alone or with a side dish.