Baked Cod with Lemon and Garlic

Here’s a simple and flavorful Baked Cod with Lemon and Garlic recipe that’s perfect for a healthy and quick meal:

🍋 Baked Cod with Lemon and Garlic

🕒 Prep Time: 10 mins

🍽️ Cook Time: 15-20 mins

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 lemon (zested and juiced)

• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

• Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the cod:

   • Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels.

   • Place them in the baking dish in a single layer.

3. Make the lemon-garlic mixture:

   • In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper.

4. Season the cod:

   • Pour the lemon-garlic mixture evenly over the fillets.

   • Gently rub the mixture onto the fish to coat it well.

5. Bake:

   • Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. The exact time will depend on the thickness of your fillets.

6. Garnish and serve:

   • Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley.

   • Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve with steamed vegetables, roasted potatoes, rice, or a fresh green salad.