Fish with Spinach

Cod fillets are pan-fried until golden brown and mixed with a rich tomato and spinach sauce for an easy seafood dish. Top with olives and serve with a favori.

194kcal per serving
25 gprotein
12 gcarbohydrates
6 gfat
4servings (4 ounces)

· Cook: 30 min

Ingredients

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Nutrition facts per serving

NutrientPer serving% DV
Calories 194 kcal
Total fat 6 g 8%
Saturated fat 1 g 5%
Cholesterol 47 mg 16%
Sodium 255 mg 11%
Total carbohydrates 12 g 4%
Dietary fiber 6 g 21%
Total sugars 4 g
Added sugars 0 g 0%
Protein 25 g 50%
Vitamin D 1 µg 5%
Calcium 220 mg 17%
Iron 4 mg 22%
Potassium 777 mg 17%

Nutrition analysis per serving as published by USDA with the recipe. % DV: percent of the FDA Daily Value for adults.

MyPlate food groups per serving

  • Protein Foods: 3 ounces

Directions

  1. Put the skillet on the stove over high heat. When it is hot, add 1 1/2 teaspoons oil.
  2. Add fish. Cook about 5 minutes per side, until deeply browned. Remove the fish to the plate and cover.
  3. Reheat the skillet to medium heat. Add the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil, onion, and garlic. Cook about 7 minutes. Add tomatoes and water. Cook about 10 minutes, until the mixture thickens and turns from bright red to an orange color.
  4. Return fish to skillet with the tomato mixture. Cover with spinach and sprinkle with olives. Cover skillet. Cook about 2 minutes over low heat until the spinach is steamed. Serve right away.

Notes

Try this recipe with another white fish, such as tilapia, haddock, or catfish. Fresh tomatoes can be used instead of canned. See how to make this   recipe  and more on USDA’s  MyPlate Kitchen YouTube   site. Learn more about: Onions Garlic Tomatoes Spinach

Source

USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion

Published on USDA MyPlate Kitchen (www.myplate.gov/recipes/fish-spinach, retired by USDA in January 2026; archived copy). A work of the US federal government, in the public domain.

General nutrition information, not medical advice.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Fish with Spinach?

One serving has 194 kcal. The recipe makes 4 servings (4 ounces each).

How much protein is in Fish with Spinach?

25 g of protein per serving, with 12 g of carbohydrates and 6 g of fat.

How long does Fish with Spinach take to make?

About 30 minutes in total.

What do I need to make Fish with Spinach?

8 ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 pound skinless cod fillets, 1 yellow onion (peeled and chopped into 1/4 inch pieces), 2 cloves garlic (peeled and minced), 2 cups canned low-sodium diced tomatoes (or fresh tomatoes) and 1/2 cup water ….