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Baked Cod Recipe with Lemon and Garlic

A simple and flavorful baked cod recipe featuring lemon and garlic, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Fish
  • 4 fillets cod skinless
Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon paprika optional
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

Prepare the Oven and Dish
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Grease a baking dish with a little olive oil.
Season the Cod
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  2. Place the cod fillets in the baking dish and pour the seasoning mixture over them, ensuring they are well coated.
Bake the Cod
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Serve
  1. Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 24gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2g

Notes

Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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