Mediterranean Baked Cod with Lemon-Garlic Quinoa
Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

This delicious and nutritious GLP-1 friendly dinner features tender baked cod fillets seasoned with Mediterranean spices, served over a bed of fluffy lemon-garlic quinoa and roasted vegetables. The lean protein, complex carbs, and fiber-rich veggies make this meal an excellent choice for supporting GLP-1 medication like Ozempic or Wegovy.
Ingredients
- 4 6-oz cod fillets, wild-caught
- 1 cup quinoa, dry, rinsed
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes until quinoa is tender and liquid is absorbed.


