Ingredients
– 4 cod fillets (about 6 ounces each)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon lemon zest
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Creating Flaky Cod with Lemon Garlic is simple. Just follow these easy steps for a delicious meal:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Baking Dish: Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
3. Mix the Marinade: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
4. Coat the Cod: Place the cod fillets in the baking dish. Pour the marinade evenly over the fish, making sure each piece is well coated.
5. Bake the Cod: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
6. Garnish: Once cooked, remove from the oven and sprinkle fresh parsley over the cod for garnish.
7. Serve: Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side, allowing each person to add more lemon juice to taste.
These steps will guide you through creating a flaky and flavorful cod dish that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 34g