Lemon Baked Cod
Brighten up your dinner table with this irresistible Lemon Baked Cod, a light and flavorful seafood dish that’s both healthy and satisfying. Featuring tender cod fillets baked to perfection in a zesty blend of fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and olive oil, this recipe is elevated with the smoky depth of paprika and finished with a sprinkle of fragrant parsley. Thin lemon slices bake alongside the fish, infusing it with citrusy notes for a perfectly balanced taste. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy weeknight dinner is bursting with fresh flavors and pairs beautifully with steamed veggies, rice, or a crisp side salad. Plus, it's a naturally gluten-free, protein-packed dish that delivers on both taste and nutrition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6-8 oz each) cod fillets
- 2 whole lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 whole (minced) garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and place them into the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, juice of 1 lemon, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until combined.
Brush or spoon the olive oil mixture evenly over the cod fillets, ensuring they are well-coated.
Thinly slice the second lemon and place the slices on top of and around the cod fillets in the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the fillets.
Remove the cod from the oven and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley for garnish.
Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges on the side, if desired. This dish pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
964 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.2 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 344 mg | 115% | |
| Sodium | 2802 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 146.4 g | 293% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 3604 mg | 77% | |
*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.
