Easy • Seafood
Lemon Herb Baked Cod
Light, flaky cod is baked to perfection with bright lemon, fresh herbs, and a hint of garlic for a healthy, quick dinner.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Level
- Easy
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Looking for a simple yet elegant meal that's ready in a flash? This Lemon Herb Baked Cod delivers! With minimal effort, you'll have perfectly flaky fish infused with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs. It's a healthy, delicious option that feels fancy but is truly weeknight-friendly.
Ingredients
Yield: 2 servings
Main
- 2 (6 oz) cod fillets, about 1-inch thick
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon, half thinly sliced, half juiced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried dill (or 1 tbsp fresh)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Step 2
Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 3
Drizzle olive oil over the fish. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
Step 4
Sprinkle minced garlic, chopped parsley, and dried dill evenly over the cod. Top each fillet with a few thin lemon slices.
Step 5
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fish.
Step 6
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your fillets.
Step 7
Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, like roasted vegetables or rice.
Tips
- Use other white fish like haddock or tilapia if cod isn't available.
- Don't overcook the fish! It dries out quickly. Check for flakiness, then remove from oven.
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