Easy Oven Baked Cod
Delight your taste buds with this "Easy Oven Baked Cod" recipe, a fast and healthy dinner option bursting with vibrant flavors. Tender cod fillets are brushed with a zesty marinade of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and minced garlic, then perfectly seasoned with paprika, dried parsley, and a touch of salt and pepper. In just 15 minutes of cooking time, the cod transforms into a flaky, melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece, making it a perfect weeknight meal or elegant centerpiece for entertaining. This one-pan recipe requires minimal prep and cleanup, and the addition of lemon wedges as a garnish adds a bright, citrusy finish. Ideal for seafood lovers searching for a simple yet flavorful baked fish recipe, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, rice, or a crisp side salad. Get ready to make "Easy Oven Baked Cod" your new go-to for quick, nutritious, and satisfying meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 6 ounces each) cod fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 for garnish lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet or baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Place the cod fillets on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between the fillets for even cooking.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic to create the marinade.
Brush the marinade evenly over the cod fillets, ensuring they are well coated.
Sprinkle paprika, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper evenly over the fillets to season them.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the fillets.
Remove from the oven and let the cod rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Serve the baked cod warm, garnished with lemon wedges for an extra citrusy kick.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
251 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.4 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 607 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.1 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 39.2 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.0 mcg | 50% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 790 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
