Baked cod is a light, flaky white fish dish that’s tender, juicy, and packed with clean, fresh flavor. Oven-baking keeps it moist while allowing simple seasonings like lemon, garlic, and herbs to shine.
Baked Cod
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
12
minutesThis baked cod recipe is an easy, healthy seafood option perfect for busy weeknights. Mild in taste and buttery in texture, it pairs beautifully with vegetables, rice, or a crisp salad.
Ingredients
4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon (zest and juice)
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried parsley or Italian seasoning
Optional: fresh herbs (parsley or dill)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish and place cod fillets in a single layer.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, paprika, salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Spoon the mixture evenly over the cod fillets.
- Bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon slices before serving.
