Description
This easy and flavorful baked cod recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. It combines fresh lemon, garlic, and herbs for a deliciously light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place the cod fillets in a baking dish and pour the olive oil mixture over the top, ensuring each fillet is well coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- You can also add cherry tomatoes or asparagus to the baking dish for extra flavor.
- Feel free to substitute cod with other white fish like haddock or tilapia.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 60
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