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Lemon Herb Air Fryer Cod with Asparagus
Light, flaky cod fillets infused with bright lemon and fresh herbs, cooked to perfection in the air fryer alongside tender asparagus spears. A healthy and elegant meal that's ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep 10 min
Cook 15 min
Total 25 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Cod
- 4 cod fillets (approx. 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lemon slices, for garnish
Step 2 — For the Asparagus
- 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Prepare Cod
Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, dill, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Brush the mixture generously over both sides of the cod fillets.
- 2
Prepare Asparagus
In a medium bowl, toss the trimmed asparagus with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- 3
Air Fry Cod and Asparagus
Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the cod fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Place the seasoned asparagus spears around the cod, ensuring not to overcrowd the basket (cook in batches if necessary).
- 4
Cook
Cook 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 depending on the thickness of the cod fillets.
- 5
Serve
Serve the cod and asparagus immediately, garnished with fresh lemon slices.
Nutrition per serving: 320 cal · 35g protein · 10g carbs · 15g fat · 3g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
