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EASY BAKED COD RECIPE

This Easy Baked Cod is a simple yet flavorful dish featuring tender cod fillets seasoned with herbs and lemon. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 180 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 cod fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the cod fillets in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season with thyme, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Arrange the lemon slices on top of and around the cod fillets.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Seasoning Variations: Feel free to experiment with different herbs and spices, such as dill, basil, or paprika, to suit your taste.
  • Serving Suggestions: Serve the baked cod with a side of steamed vegetables, quinoa, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
  • Fish Alternatives: This recipe works well with other white fish fillets, such as haddock, halibut, or tilapia.
  • Make-Ahead: The cod can be seasoned ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before baking.
  • Leftovers: Store any leftover cod in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave.
  • Seasoning Variations: Feel free to experiment with different herbs and spices, such as dill, basil, or paprika, to suit your taste.
  • Serving Suggestions: Serve the baked cod with a side of steamed vegetables, quinoa, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
  • Fish Alternatives: This recipe works well with other white fish fillets, such as haddock, halibut, or tilapia.
  • Make-Ahead: The cod can be seasoned ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before baking.
  • Leftovers: Store any leftover cod in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave.

Nutrition Information

Calories 180kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 8g (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 180

% Daily Value*

Calories 180kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 25g 50%
Fat 8g 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.