Lemon Cod with Mushrooms
Brighten up your dinner table with this elegant Lemon Cod with Mushrooms recipe, a perfect balance of zesty citrus and earthy flavors. Succulent cod fillets are pan-seared to flaky perfection, then paired with tender, golden-browned mushrooms infused with garlic, butter, and a splash of fresh lemon juice. This quick and flavorful seafood dish, ready in just 30 minutes, is finished with vibrant parsley and delicate lemon slices for a restaurant-worthy presentation. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, serve it alongside steamed rice, roasted veggies, or a crisp green salad for a complete and nourishing meal. Perfect for seafood lovers, it’s a healthy, one-pan recipe that's packed with freshness and simplicity!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces cod fillets
- 1 whole lemon
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups white mushrooms
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the cod fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
Slice the lemon in half. Juice one half of the lemon and slice the other half into thin rounds. Mince the garlic cloves and chop the fresh parsley.
Clean the white mushrooms with a damp paper towel and slice them thinly.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the cod fillets to the pan, seasoning them with a pinch of salt and black pepper on each side.
Cook the cod for 3-4 minutes on the first side, then gently flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the second side, until the fish turns opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the cod from the skillet and set aside on a plate, covering it loosely with foil to keep warm.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the unsalted butter. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and season lightly with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are browned and tender.
Pour the lemon juice over the mushrooms and stir to deglaze the pan. Return the cooked cod fillets to the skillet, placing them on top of the mushroom mixture.
Arrange the lemon slices over the cod fillets and let everything cook together for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
Garnish the dish with chopped parsley before serving. Serve hot with your choice of side, such as steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1299 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.3 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.4 g | 107% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 406 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 2812 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 150.0 g | 300% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 3938 mg | 84% | |
*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.
