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Baked Lemon Herb Cod: A Simple and Tasty Recipe

A simple and tasty recipe for Baked Lemon Herb Cod, perfect for a healthy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound cod fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving
  • Fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place the cod fillets in a baking dish and pour the lemon herb mixture over the top, ensuring the fish is well coated.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is opaque in color.
  5. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mg

Notes

  • For a crispy topping, sprinkle some breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese over the cod before baking.
  • Add sliced tomatoes or bell peppers to the baking dish for extra flavor and nutrition.

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