Description
A delicious and healthy lemon butter baked cod recipe that is easy to prepare and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon slices, for garnish
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1–2 tablespoons white wine (optional)
- 1 teaspoon capers (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Pat cod fillets dry and arrange in the dish.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and garlic.
- Pour mixture evenly over the fillets. Use a brush if needed.
- Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and paprika. Garnish with lemon slices.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until cod flakes easily with a fork.
- Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes for a golden finish.
- Remove, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using crushed red pepper flakes or white wine.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or a salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg