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Garlic Herb Baked Cod

Savory Garlic Herb Baked Cod Ready in 30 Minutes

This Garlic Herb Baked Cod is a healthy, quick dinner option that is gluten-free and low-carb.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 pieces Cod Filets 6-ounce each
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Essential for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adjust to preference
For the Garlic Herb Butter
  • 1/4 cup Butter can substitute with plant-based butter
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Enhances browning
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs (Parsley, Chives, Thyme) Use fresh for best results
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adjust to taste
For the Lemon Finish
  • 1 piece Lemon thinly sliced

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Garlic Herb Baked Cod
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels and place in a lightly greased baking dish.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, combine softened butter, olive oil, minced garlic, fresh herbs, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Spread the compound butter evenly over each cod fillet.
  5. Layer thin lemon slices on top of and beneath the fillets.
  6. Bake for 13-15 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily.
  7. Remove from oven, let rest for a minute, and drizzle juices over the fillets before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fish filletCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This dish is perfect paired with roasted veggies or a fresh salad. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.

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