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Simple Baked Cod with Lemon Slices

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A quick Mediterranean main course featuring flaky cod baked with olive oil and lemon slices for a bright, healthy dish. Ready in 25 minutes with minimal effort, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners and pairs well with roasted veggies or quinoa.

  • Total Time: 25
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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4 cod fillets (6 ounces each)
2 lemons, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Place cod fillets on a baking sheet
Top each fillet with lemon slices, overlapping slightly
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper
Drizzle mixture over the fillets and lemons

Notes

For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like dill or thyme beneath the lemon slices
Serve immediately after baking
Cod can be exchanged for halibut or haddock for variation

  • Author: Amelie Harper
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: High Protein Meals
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 33g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg