Healthy Lemon Butter Baked Cod
This healthy lemon butter baked cod is light, flaky, and full of fresh flavor. Oven-baked cod gently cooked in a simple lemon butter sauce that feels comforting, nourishing, and perfect for busy but mindful days 💛
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking Dish
- Small Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Fish
- 1.5 lb cod fillets patted dry
Lemon Butter Sauce
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Arrange the Cod: Place the cod fillets in a single layer in the baking dish so they cook evenly and stay tender.
- Make the Lemon Butter Sauce: In a small bowl, mix melted butter, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until combined 🍋
- Season the Fish: Spoon the lemon butter sauce evenly over the cod fillets, making sure each piece is well coated.
- Bake the Cod: Bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Rest and Garnish: Remove from the oven, let rest for a few minutes, then sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving 💛