Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of this baked cod recipe, where flaky fillets meet zesty lemon and aromatic herbs. Perfect for dinner parties or cozy weeknights, this dish promises to impress with minimal effort. With its vibrant presentation and mouthwatering taste, your guests will be asking for seconds. Let’s transform a simple meal into a gourmet experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray or olive oil.
- Place the cod fillets in the baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. Season generously with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Mix well.
- Pour the mixture over the seasoned cod fillets.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a minute before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg