Description
This Baked Cod with Lemon is a delightful combination of tender cod fillets, zesty lemon, and aromatic herbs, making it a quick and healthy option for dinner. Perfectly flaky and bursting with flavor, it’s ideal for any weeknight meal or casual gathering with friends.
Ingredients
- Cod fillets (1 1/2 pounds)
- Kosher salt (3/4 teaspoon)
- Fresh ground black pepper
- Lemon juice (2 tablespoons) & zest of one lemon
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
- Dried oregano (1 teaspoon)
- Minced shallot (2 tablespoons)
- Minced garlic (2 tablespoons/about 4 cloves)
- Smoked paprika (1/2 teaspoon)
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and pat cod fillets dry.
- Season cod fillets with salt and pepper.
- Combine lemon juice, zest, olive oil, oregano, shallot, and garlic in a bowl.
- Brush a baking dish with olive oil and place cod fillets inside.
- Brush the remaining lemon mixture over the cod and sprinkle with smoked paprika.
- Bake for 17 to 20 minutes until fish flakes easily and reaches 130°F.
- Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezing is an option; wrap tightly and use within 3 months.
Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes after thawing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg