Lemon Herb Baked Cod
Flaky cod infused with bright lemon and fragrant herbs, simply baked.
⏱️ 25 min🍽️ Serves 1
🔥 210 kcal💪 30g protein🍚 5g carbs🥑 8g fat🌾 1g fibreper serving
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Ingredients
- 🐟600 g cod fillets
- 🫒2 tbsp olive oil
- 🍋1 lemon
- 🧄2 cloves garlic
- 🌿2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 莳1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 🌶️½ tsp paprika
- 🧂½ tsp salt
- 🖤¼ tsp black pepper
Pro tips
- Don't overcook the cod, as it can become dry. Check for flakiness with a fork at the minimum cooking time.
- For extra flavor, marinate the cod in the herb-lemon mixture for 15-30 minutes before baking.
- Try experimenting with other fresh herbs like chives or oregano for a different flavor profile.
Method
- 1Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.
- 2Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. This helps ensure a flakier texture.
- 3In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, juice of half the lemon, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped dill, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- 4Place the cod fillets in the prepared baking dish and pour the herb-lemon mixture evenly over the fish.
- 5Slice the remaining half of the lemon into thin rounds and arrange them over the cod fillets.
- 6Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- 7Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes.