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Moist Oven Baked Cod

Moist Oven Baked Cod with Zesty Lemon Kick

This Moist Oven Baked Cod recipe combines fresh flavors and simplicity for a delightful weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Baking
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 1 lb cod fillets Rinsed and pat dry for the best texture
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances the cod's natural flavor
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed to give a zesty kick
  • 3 dashes cayenne pepper Adds just the right amount of heat
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil Drizzled for richness
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley A fresh garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Tray

Method
 

How to Make
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C).
  2. Arrange the cod fillets in a baking tray.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the fish, followed by lemon juice, salt, and cayenne pepper.
  4. Bake the cod in the oven for 10-12 minutes.
  5. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 41gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with a lemon wedge for an extra zing.

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