Baked Lemon Herb Cod (Printable Version)

Tender cod baked with lemon, herbs, and spices for a light meal bursting with fresh flavors.

# What You’ll Need:

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01 - 4 cod fillets, approximately 6 oz each

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02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
05 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley
06 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
07 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Set oven temperature to 400°F and position rack in the center.
02 - Lightly coat a large baking dish with nonstick spray or a thin layer of olive oil.
03 - Place cod fillets in the baking dish. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice evenly over each fillet.
04 - Sprinkle lemon zest, parsley, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper over cod, covering each fillet thoroughly.
05 - Bake cod for 14-16 minutes, until flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
06 - Transfer fillets to plates and present immediately with desired accompaniments.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in under thirty minutes for busy nights
  • Requires only one baking dish for easy cleanup
  • Fresh lemon and herbs make the cod taste elegant and light
  • Pairs with many sides for flexibility
  • The cod always comes out perfectly moist and never rubbery so even picky eaters come back for seconds
02 -
  • High in lean protein great for healthy meals
  • Fish cooks quickly making this dish weeknight friendly
  • Leftovers stay moist and delicious when reheated gently
03 -
  • Use the freshest cod possible for the flakiest result
  • Allow the fish to come to room temperature before baking to ensure even cooking
  • If you use frozen fish pat it very dry and bake a few extra minutes to account for added moisture
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