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Lemon Butter Baked Cod

Savor the Best Lemon Butter Baked Cod in 30 Minutes!

This Lemon Butter Baked Cod combines tender cod fillets with a rich garlic thyme infused sauce, making it a healthy and quick meal option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod You can substitute with halibut or haddock.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Lemon Butter Sauce
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Can swap with olive oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Fresh yields better flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, use fresh for best taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be used with adjusted quantity.
Optional Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Sprinkle before serving.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or butter.
  3. Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper after letting them reach room temperature.
  4. Combine melted butter with lemon juice, minced garlic, and dried thyme in a bowl.
  5. Place the seasoned cod in the baking dish and drizzle the lemon butter sauce over it.
  6. Bake the cod for 15-20 minutes until it flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Let the cod rest for a few minutes and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 28gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Serve with a mixed green salad for a complete dining experience.

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