Baked Lemon-Garlic Cod: A 20-Minute Healthy Delight

This Baked Lemon-Garlic Cod is a quick and healthy dinner that combines tangy lemon and savory garlic for a flavorful meal.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Resting Time 3

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cod

4 fillets Cod Opt for fresh or thawed frozen fillets.

For the Sauce

1 whole Lemon Fresh for best flavor.
3 cloves Garlic Grated.
4 tablespoons Butter Unsalted, melted.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin preferred.
1 splash White Wine Optional, dry white preferred.

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Salt Use generously.
1 teaspoon Pepper Fresh-ground recommended.

Equipment

Oven
Baking Dish
medium bowl

Method

Cooking Steps

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
Pat the cod fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, grated garlic, lemon juice, and optional white wine until emulsified.
Place seasoned cod in the baking dish and pour the lemon-garlic sauce over it.
Bake the cod for 12-15 minutes, checking for doneness.
Baste the cod halfway through baking with the reserved sauce.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 22gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure cod fillets are dried well and consider using high-quality ingredients for enhanced flavor.

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