Baked Lemon Herb Cod Asparagus (Printable Version)

Flaky cod with lemon garlic herbs and roasted vegetables ready in 28 minutes

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fish

01 - 4 cod fillets, skinless and boneless, approximately 5.3 ounces each
02 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
03 - Zest and juice of 1 lemon
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
06 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, or 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
07 - 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
08 - 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Vegetables

09 - 1 pound fresh asparagus, woody ends trimmed
10 - 8.8 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
11 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
12 - 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
13 - 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish

14 - Lemon wedges for serving
15 - Fresh herbs for garnish, optional

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray.
02 - Combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, fresh parsley, thyme, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Mix until well incorporated.
03 - Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Arrange on one side of the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Brush the lemon herb mixture evenly over each cod fillet, coating thoroughly on all sides.
05 - Place trimmed asparagus and halved cherry tomatoes on the opposite side of the baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss gently to coat evenly.
06 - Bake for 16 to 18 minutes until cod flakes easily when tested with a fork and asparagus is tender-crisp.
07 - Divide baked cod and roasted vegetables among four plates. Garnish with lemon wedges and additional fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately while hot.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick and Easy: From prep to plate in just 28 minutes.
  • Healthy and Nutritious: Gluten-free and low-carb with 31g of protein per serving.
  • One-Pan Cleanup: Everything cooks on a single baking sheet, minimizing the washing up.
  • Fresh Flavors: The combination of lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs brings out the best in the white fish.
02 -
  • Halve the cherry tomatoes to allow them to release their juices and blister more quickly in the oven.
  • Trim the woody ends off the asparagus to ensure every bite is tender.
  • Check the thickest part of the cod at 16 minutes; once it turns opaque and flakes with a fork, it is ready to serve.
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