Baked Lemon Butter Cod: Quick, Healthy Flavor Explosion

This Baked Lemon Butter Cod is a quick and nourishing meal, combining delicious flavors in just 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cod

4 fillets Cod Fillets Substitute with haddock or tilapia if preferred.
1 slices Lemon Slices Enhance flavor and garnish.

For the Butter Sauce

0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Melted.
3 cloves Garlic Minced.
0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can be omitted if using only fresh garlic.
0.5 teaspoon Onion Powder Shallots can serve as an alternative.
1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Fresh zest from lemons.
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust for heat preference.

For the Garnish

2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped.

Equipment

Oven
Mixing Bowl
Baking Dish
Measuring Cups
Measuring Spoons

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Gather all ingredients.
In a medium bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes.
Pat the cod fillets dry and place them in the butter sauce, ensuring they are covered.
Transfer the coated cod fillets to a baking dish, pour remaining butter sauce over them, and place lemon slices on top.
Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cod flakes easily and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 30gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain moisture and flavor.

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