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Lemon Garlic Butter Cod Bowls with Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Lemon Garlic Butter Cod Bowls: Flavor-Packed & Healthy Delight

Delight in these Lemon Garlic Butter Cod Bowls with Roasted Brussels Sprouts, a quick and nutritious meal bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod buttery and flaky
  • 3 tablespoons Butter or ghee for dairy-free
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 medium Lemon zested and juiced
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
For the Vegetables
  • 1 pound Brussels Sprouts halved
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for roasting
For the Base
  • 2 cups Cooked Quinoa or Rice
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

How to Make Lemon Garlic Butter Cod Bowls
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels.
  4. Blend melted butter, remaining olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  5. Brush the cod fillets with the garlic butter mixture.
  6. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the cod for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. On serving plates, create a base with quinoa or rice, then top with roasted Brussels sprouts and seared cod fillets.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional lemon zest if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 12mg

Notes

Optional: Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for extra zing. Perfect for meal prep and leftovers.

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