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Lemon Butter Baked Cod

Tender cod filets are baked in a bright lemon butter sauce with garlic, fresh zest, and a simple parsley garnish. This quick seafood dinner is light, flavorful, and ready in under 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Course Dinner, Low-Carb, Main Course, Quick Meals, Seafood
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 230 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cod filets about 6 oz each
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1 lemon juiced and zested
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley chopped, optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
  • Place the cod filets in the prepared baking dish.
  • Season the cod generously with salt and black pepper.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, and minced garlic.
  • Pour the lemon butter mixture over the cod, making sure each filet is well coated.
  • Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is no longer translucent in the center.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
  • Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Add a pinch of paprika or red pepper flakes for extra flavor. Serve with rice, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad.

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcal
Keyword baked cod, garlic fish, lemon butter, quick dinner, seafood
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