Baked Lemon Herb Cod (Printable)

Flaky cod baked with fresh lemon and herbs, served alongside roasted asparagus and cherry tomatoes.

# What You Need:

→ Fish

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

→ Vegetables

09 - 1 bunch asparagus, approximately 14 oz, trimmed
10 - 8.8 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
12 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
13 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

14 - Lemon wedges
15 - Extra fresh herbs

# How to Make It:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fast and Fresh: Goes from preparation to the table in just 28 minutes.
  • Dietary Friendly: A naturally gluten-free and low-carb meal packed with 31g of protein per serving.
  • Easy Cleanup: One sheet pan is all you need for both the protein and the sides.
02 -
  • Checking Doneness: Use a fork to gently flake the thickest part of the fish; if it separates easily, it is perfectly cooked.
  • Uniformity: Select asparagus spears of a similar thickness to ensure they all reach the desired tenderness at the same time.
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