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healthy lemon butter baked cod recipe

20-Minute Healthy Lemon Butter Baked Cod Recipe You’ll Crave


  • Author: Zach
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A simple and healthy baked cod recipe with lemon and butter. Perfect for a quick and nutritious meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, zest, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place cod fillets in a baking dish and pour the butter mixture over them.
  4. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh cod for best results.
  • Adjust cooking time if fillets are thicker or thinner than 6 oz.
  • Substitute dried parsley if fresh is unavailable.
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: healthy, lemon butter, baked cod, easy fish recipe