Serves 4

Light, fresh, and purposeful, this dish is designed to support recovery while keeping digestion easy and energy steady. Steaming the cod preserves its delicate texture, while the broccoli mash provides structure and comfort without heaviness. Finished with a sharp lemon and caper dressing, it’s simple food with real clarity.

Ingredients

For the cod

• 4 cod fillets (around 140g each)

• Sea salt and black pepper

For the broccoli mash

• 600g broccoli florets

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• Sea salt

For the dressing

• Juice of 2 lemons

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard

• 4 teaspoons capers, finely chopped

• Black pepper

Method

Steam the cod for six to eight minutes, until just cooked through and flaky. Season lightly with sea salt and black pepper.

Steam the broccoli until tender, then mash with half of the olive oil and a pinch of sea salt until smooth but textured.

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and chopped capers.

Spoon the broccoli mash onto plates, top with the cod, and drizzle over the dressing. Serve warm.

Why It Works

Cod is a source of lean, easily digestible protein that supports tissue repair and recovery without placing strain on digestion. Broccoli provides compounds that support the body’s natural detoxification and cellular repair pathways, making this a simple, restorative meal that helps you feel clear and well-supported.