Baked Cod with Herbs and Lemon

Baked Cod with Herbs and Lemon

Flaky cod fillets bake quickly under a bright layer of lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs.

Total 25 min Makes 4 servings Calories 220/serving

Dietary

Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal

Allergens

Dairy, Fish

This weeknight-friendly dish relies on a short, hot bake to keep cod moist while a simple butter, garlic, and lemon topping seeps into the flesh. Fresh parsley and dill add a clean, herbal finish without masking the fish's mild flavor. It pairs well with rice, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.

Ingredients

  • 4 cod fillets (about 6 ounces each)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the olive oil.

  2. Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and arrange them in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.

  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, and lemon juice.

  4. Spoon the butter mixture evenly over the cod fillets, then season with salt and black pepper.

  5. Lay the lemon slices over the top of the fillets.

  6. Bake uncovered until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, 12 to 15 minutes.

  7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley and dill before serving.

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    Baked Cod with Herbs and Lemon

    This weeknight-friendly dish relies on a short, hot bake to keep cod moist while a simple butter, garlic, and lemon topping seeps into the flesh. Fresh parsley and dill add a clean, herbal finish without masking the fish's mild flavor. It pairs well with rice, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.

    25 min 4 servings 220 cal

    Ingredients

    • 4 cod fillets (about 6 ounces each)
    • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
    • 3 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 lemon, thinly sliced
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
    • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

    Method

    1. 1

      Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the olive oil.

    2. 2

      Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and arrange them in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.

    3. 3

      In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, and lemon juice.

    4. 4

      Spoon the butter mixture evenly over the cod fillets, then season with salt and black pepper.

    5. 5

      Lay the lemon slices over the top of the fillets.

    6. 6

      Bake uncovered until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, 12 to 15 minutes.

    7. 7

      Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley and dill before serving.