Baked Cod with Lemon Dill: A Quick & Zesty Weeknight Delight

Baked Cod with Lemon Dill is a healthy and flavorful dish that's easy to prepare, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Baked Cod

4 fillets Cod fresh, mild, flaky fish
2 tablespoons Olive oil or avocado oil
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Lemon Dill Sauce

1 tablespoon Lemon zest fresh
2 tablespoons Lemon juice fresh lemons recommended
2 tablespoons Fresh dill chopped
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard or yellow mustard
1 clove Garlic minced
1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup for vegan option

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet
Mixing Bowl
whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Arrange the cod fillets on the baking sheet, ensuring they have space between them.
Drizzle olive oil over the fillets and season with salt and pepper to taste.
In a bowl, mix lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, mustard, garlic, and honey until blended.
Coat the cod fillets evenly with the lemon dill sauce.
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Garnish with fresh dill before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 450mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

Opt for high-quality, fresh cod fillets for the best flavor. Store leftovers properly for up to 2 days.

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