Baked Cod
Tender and flavorful Baked Cod fillets roasted with cherry tomatoes, lemon slices, and fresh herbs like parsley and thyme, drizzled with olive oil. This quick and healthy dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant meals.
Ingredients
- Cod Fillets: 4, 6-ounce fillets
- Cherry Tomatoes: 1 cup
- Lemon: 1 medium, sliced
- Olive Oil: 3 tablespoons
- Fresh Parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Fresh Thyme: 1 teaspoon, leaves only
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Black Pepper: ¼ teaspoon, freshly cracked
- Red Pepper Flakes: ¼ teaspoon, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange cod fillets in a baking dish and surround with cherry tomatoes and lemon slices.
- Drizzle olive oil over fillets and season with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Sprinkle fresh parsley and thyme over the fillets and tomatoes.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Optionally drizzle extra olive oil before serving.
- Serve warm with rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Notes
- Pat fish dry before baking to improve texture.
- Use fresh herbs for best flavor.
- Do not overbake to prevent dryness.
- Serve immediately for optimal taste.
Find it online: https://dishmio.com/baked-cod/