Description
Light and flavorful Lemon Parmesan Cod—tender cod fillets baked in a zesty lemon–Parmesan crust, perfect for an easy yet elegant meal.
Ingredients
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- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz/170 g each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano (or 1 tbsp fresh)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
- Cooking spray or extra oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200 °C (400 °F). Lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment.
- Pat cod fillets dry and place them in a single layer in the dish.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the mixture evenly over fillets to coat.
- Evenly sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top of each fillet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until cod flakes easily with a fork and is opaque throughout.
- Switch oven to broil on high (optional) and broil for 1–2 minutes for a golden crust—watch closely to prevent burning.
- Remove from oven, garnish with chopped parsley and extra lemon wedges, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For added crunch, mix breadcrumbs (panko or gluten-free) with Parmesan and sprinkle on top before baking.
- Swap cod with haddock, pollock, or halibut if desired.
- Ensure Parmesan is gluten-free if needed.
- Serve with sides like roasted vegetables, rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 2 days; gently reheat in the oven at 175 °C (350 °F) to preserve texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (about 170 g)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg