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Lemon Garlic Baked Cod with Roasted Asparagus
Flaky baked cod infused with bright lemon and aromatic garlic, served alongside perfectly roasted asparagus spears. This simple, healthy dish is ready in under 30 minutes and packed with protein.
Prep 10 min
Cook 15 min
Total 25 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Cod
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Step 2 — For the Asparagus
- 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Preheat Oven and Prep Asparagus
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). On a baking sheet, toss the trimmed asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread into a single layer.
- 2
Prepare Cod
Pat the cod fillets dry. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Place the cod fillets in a baking dish or on the other side of the baking sheet with the asparagus.
- 3
Season Cod
Spoon or brush the lemon garlic mixture evenly over the cod fillets.
- 4
Bake
Place the baking sheet (with asparagus and cod) into the preheated oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and the asparagus is tender-crisp. Cooking time may vary based on fillet thickness.
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle the baked cod with fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately with the roasted asparagus.
Nutrition per serving: 350 cal · 40g protein · 12g carbs · 16g fat · 4g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
