Baked Cod with Lemon Dill Sauce for a Fresh Weeknight Delight

This Baked Cod with Lemon Dill Sauce is a quick, healthy meal that's rich in omega-3s and perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Healthy

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Fish

4 fillets Cod Fresh or thawed frozen
2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Lemon Dill Sauce

1 each Lemon (zest and juice) Fresh lemons yield the best flavor
1/4 cup Fresh dill Consider parsley or tarragon as alternatives
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Yellow mustard can be used for a milder flavor
2 cloves Garlic (minced) Garlic powder is a substitute if needed
1 tablespoon Honey Can swap for maple syrup or agave

Equipment

Oven
baking sheet
parchment paper
Medium bowl
Whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the cod fillets on it.
Drizzle olive oil over the cod fillets and season with salt and pepper.
In a medium bowl, mix lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, mustard, garlic, and honey to create the sauce.
Pour the lemon dill sauce over the cod fillets, ensuring they are well coated.
Bake the cod for 12-15 minutes until it turns opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Serve the cod warm with any remaining lemon dill sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Choose high-quality fresh cod for the best results. Prepare lemon dill sauce ahead of time to ease weekday cooking.

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