Description
Baked Cod with Lemon is a delightful and nutritious dish that brings the bright flavors of lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs to your dinner table. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can enjoy tender, flaky cod fillets baked to perfection in under 30 minutes. Whether served alongside a fresh salad or paired with grains like quinoa or rice, this healthy meal is sure to please the whole family. Dive into a world of zesty goodness with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ pounds cod (4 fillets)
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- Fresh ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons minced shallot
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the cod fillets dry and season both sides with kosher salt and black pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, zest, olive oil, oregano, shallot, and garlic.
- Brush a baking dish with some marinade, place the cod inside, and coat generously with the remaining mixture.
- Sprinkle paprika over each fillet.
- Bake for 17-20 minutes until the fish flakes easily and reaches an internal temperature of 130°F (54°C).
- Garnish with parsley and optional lemon slices before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (113g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg