Description
A simple and flavorful Lemon Baked Cod recipe featuring tender cod fillets topped with a zesty butter, lemon, and garlic mixture, baked to perfection for a light and healthy meal.
Ingredients
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Cod and Toppings
- 4 cod fillets 4 ounces each
- 4 slices lemon
Butter Mixture
- 1/4 cup butter softened
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon minced parsley
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a large rimmed baking sheet with non-stick spray to prepare for baking the cod fillets.
- Prepare Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, lemon juice, minced parsley, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly with a fork until well combined.
- Apply Mixture and Add Lemon: Spread the butter mixture evenly over each cod fillet ensuring each piece is well coated. Top each fillet with a slice of lemon for added flavor and moisture.
- Bake Cod: Place the prepared fillets on the baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, indicating it is cooked through.
Notes
- This recipe also works well with tilapia and other firm white fish if cod is not available.
- Ensure the butter is softened before mixing to achieve an even spread over the fillets.
- You can garnish with additional fresh parsley before serving for extra color and flavor.
- Use fresh lemon juice instead of bottled for the best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
