Description
Baked Cod is a delightful and elegant dish that brings the taste of the sea to your table. With its flaky texture and aromatic seasoning, this recipe offers a gourmet experience in just 30 minutes. Perfect for both family dinners and special occasions, the light, zesty flavors are enhanced by fresh lemon and spices, making it an unforgettable meal that will have your guests asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) cod fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Arrange cod fillets in the baking dish and drizzle olive oil over each fillet.
- Evenly sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper on top of the cod.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over each fillet for added brightness.
- Bake in preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve immediately with steamed vegetables or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize your baked cod by adding sliced lemons or fresh herbs like dill before baking. For added richness, substitute olive oil with melted butter. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheat at 350°F for about 10 minutes.