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lemon dill baked cod

Lemon Dill Baked Cod: A Healthy Twist on Seafood Delight

This lemon dill baked cod is a quick and healthy dish with vibrant flavors, perfect for weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod Can substitute with haddock or halibut.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can use any oil preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Can use fresh minced garlic.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Optional.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Can substitute with thick unsweetened plant yogurt.
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Optional.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh dill Can substitute with chives or parsley.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Fresh is best.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest Fresh is best.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Optional.
  • 1 clove Garlic Optional.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Lay cod fillets on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. Bake the cod for 12-15 minutes until opaque and flaky.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise (if using), dill, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic until smooth.
  5. Remove cod from the oven, spoon the lemon-dill sauce over each fillet, and garnish with lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to maintain texture. Experiment with different firm white fish for variety.

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