Description
A simple and healthy baked cod recipe with fresh lemon and herbs for a light and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the cod fillets in a baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture over the cod, coating evenly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh cod for the best texture.
- Adjust baking time if fillets are thicker or thinner than 1 inch.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: baked cod, lemon herb cod, healthy fish recipe