Description

This Baked Cod Recipe with Lemon and Garlic is a light and flavorful dish that is perfect for a healthy dinner option. The cod is baked to perfection with zesty lemon and aromatic garlic, creating a delicious and easy meal that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

Cod:

4 cod fillets
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Lemon Garlic Butter:

1/4 cup butter, melted
3 cloves garlic, minced
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
Season the cod: Season the cod fillets with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Place them in the prepared baking dish.
Make the lemon garlic butter: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Bake the cod: Pour the lemon garlic butter over the cod fillets. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Serve: Serve the baked cod hot, garnished with additional parsley and lemon slices if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of paprika or red pepper flakes to the cod before baking.
This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a side salad.
Make sure not to overcook the cod to prevent it from becoming dry.