Quick Baked Cod
Quick Baked Cod is a fast and flavorful dish that elevates any meal with its tender, flaky cod fillets topped with a crispy golden crust. This healthy recipe is quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests in just 20 minutes. With fresh ingredients and simple steps, you’ll enjoy a delightful seafood dinner that’s both nutritious and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) cod fillets
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place cod fillets in the baking dish and drizzle with olive oil to ensure they are well coated.
- Sprinkle garlic powder and smoked paprika over the fillets, then squeeze fresh lemon juice on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork and develops a golden crust.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 95 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg