Easy Herb-Crusted Cod with Lemon for Flavor-Packed Dinners

This Herb-Crusted Cod with Lemon transforms fish into a vibrant, flavor-packed meal that’s effortless to prepare.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 230

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cod & Herb Crust

4 fillets Cod Choose fresh, firm fillets for best texture and flavor.
1/4 cup Fresh parsley Adds a vibrant, mild herb fragrance.
2 tablespoons Fresh dill Imparts a subtle, tangy note.
2 cloves Garlic Minced.
1 tablespoon Lemon zest Brightens the crust.
1 cup Panko breadcrumbs Provides a crispy crust.
2 tablespoons Olive oil Helps bind the herb crust.
to taste Salt
to taste Black pepper

For Serving

2 Lemon wedges Serve alongside.
to taste Fresh herbs (parsley or dill) Garnish.

Equipment

Oven
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
Mixing bowl
paper towels

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Combine fresh parsley, dill, minced garlic, and lemon zest with panko crumbs, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels and place them skin-side down on the prepared sheet.
Press the herby breadcrumb mixture firmly onto each fillet's top.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust turns golden and the cod flakes easily with a fork.
Transfer fillets to plates, squeeze fresh lemon wedges over each, and finish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Serve with roasted asparagus for a complete meal.

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