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lemon dill baked cod

Lemon Dill Baked Cod for a Quick and Flavorful Dinner

This lemon dill baked cod is a quick, healthy dinner option full of flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Baked Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod Can substitute with firm white fish.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds moisture and richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Optional for smokiness.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Can substitute with unsweetened plant yogurt.
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Optional for added richness.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Can substitute with chives or parsley.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic Optional for added flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • 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. Place the cod fillets on the baking sheet and drizzle olive oil over them. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. Bake the cod for 12-15 minutes until the fish turns opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  4. Mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, dill, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a bowl until smooth.
  5. Serve the baked cod with the creamy lemon-dill sauce and garnish with lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, do not overcook the cod and use fresh herbs where possible.

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