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Zesty Lemon Garlic Baked Cod

Zesty Lemon Garlic Baked Cod for a Fresh Weeknight Feast

Zesty Lemon Garlic Baked Cod is a quick, healthy, and gluten-free dish that transforms your dinner experience with mouthwatering flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod fillets Skinless and boneless for tenderness.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
For the Marinade
  • 2 whole Lemons Slice thinly for both accent and juice.
  • 3 tbsp Fresh lemon juice From real lemons.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil For moisture and flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Unsalted butter Melted.
  • 1 tsp Dried parsley Or 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.
  • ½ tsp Paprika For color and warmth.
  • ¼ tsp Crushed red pepper flakes Optional for spice.
For Garnish and Serving
  • Fresh parsley For garnish.
  • Lemon wedges For serving.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • measuring spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the cod fillets dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, paprika, and optional crushed red pepper flakes.
  4. Line a baking dish with parchment paper and place half of the lemon slices on the bottom.
  5. Lay the seasoned cod fillets over the lemon slices in the baking dish.
  6. Pour the marinade over the cod fillets and layer the remaining lemon slices on top.
  7. Bake for about 15 to 18 minutes until the cod is opaque.
  8. Optionally, broil for the last 1-2 minutes for a crispy top.
  9. Remove from the oven, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 34gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and avoid overcooking the cod to prevent dryness.

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