Baked Lemon Herb Cod (Printable Version)

Flaky cod with lemon and herbs, served with roasted asparagus and cherry tomatoes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fish

01 - 4 cod fillets (5.3 oz each), skinless and boneless
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - Zest and juice of 1 lemon
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
06 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
07 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
08 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

→ Vegetables

09 - 1 bunch asparagus (about 14 oz), trimmed
10 - 8.8 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
12 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
13 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

14 - Lemon wedges
15 - Extra fresh herbs

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray.
02 - In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon zest and juice, minced garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
03 - Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels. Place on one side of prepared baking sheet. Brush lemon herb mixture evenly over each fillet.
04 - Arrange asparagus and cherry tomatoes on opposite side of baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss gently to coat.
05 - Bake for 16 to 18 minutes, until cod flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender.
06 - Divide cod and vegetables among serving plates. Garnish with lemon wedges and extra fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 28 minutes for a quick weeknight dinner.
  • One-pan cooking means minimal cleanup.
  • A nutritious, high-protein meal that is both Gluten-Free and Low Carb.
02 -
  • Ensure the oven is fully preheated to 200°C (400°F) for even roasting.
  • Halve the cherry tomatoes to allow them to release their sweet juices during the baking process.
  • Use a pastry brush to apply the herb mixture evenly across the entire surface of the fish.
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