Seared Chili-Lime Cod with Roasted Zucchini and Quinoa
Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

A bright and flavorful GLP-1 friendly dinner featuring seared cod seasoned with a zesty chili-lime rub, served over a bed of roasted zucchini and fluffy quinoa.
Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets, 4 oz each
- 3 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 cup quinoa, dry
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss the zucchini chunks with 1 tbsp of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and lightly browned.
- 2
While the zucchini is roasting, prepare the quinoa according to package instructions.


