This baked cod with lemon and garlic dish brings together, the earthy notes of herbs, and the tender, flaky goodness of cod! I love it because it’s simple yet delicious and the perfect meal for a busy weeknight, or for when I want to impress my dinner guests with something elegant and flavorful.
Baked Cod Recipe
This is a simple recipe made with simple ingredients that are easy to find. I hope you give it a try and get to enjoy your cod fish.
Ingredients:
- 4 (6 oz) cod fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
How To Bake Cod
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place cod fillets on the sheet, skin side down.
Brush olive oil over the top of the cod fillets.
Place lemon slices on top of the cod fillets.
Sprinkle minced garlic, basil, thyme, salt, and pepper over the cod.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Baked Cod With Garlic and Basil Recipe
Equipment
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 4 6 oz Cod Fillets
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Lemon
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 1 tsp Basil
- 1 tsp Thyme
- ¼ tsp Pepper
- ¼ tsp Salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place cod fillets on the sheet, skin side down.
- Brush olive oil over the top of the cod fillets.
- Place lemon slices on top of the cod fillets.
- Sprinkle minced garlic, basil, thyme, salt, and pepper over the cod.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Notes
Final Thoughts on Baking Cod
This baked cod recipe is an effortless yet elegant dish that is sure to satisfy. It has flaky and tender cod fillets paired with tasty lemon and fragrant herbs, every bite is a burst of flavor.
I hope my baked cod with lemon and garlic inspires you to try out more cod recipes. If you love cooking fish don’t forget to follow me on fish-basics Pinterest for more awesome fish recipes.
