Description
A flavorful lemon herb baked cod recipe that highlights the delicate texture of the fish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Place the cod fillets in a baking dish.
- Pour the lemon herb mixture over the cod, ensuring each fillet is well coated.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with additional lemon slices and herbs before serving.
Notes
- For added depth, consider marinating the cod for 30 minutes before baking.
- Pair with roasted vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.
- Try this recipe with different herbs like dill or basil for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: lemon herb baked cod recipe