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top view of a round black skillet with 4 baked cods, blistered tomatoes and lemon slices
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Lemon Garlic Baked Cod Recipe

Easy to make baked cod made with a simple lemon garlic sauce and some fresh cherry tomatoes. Ready in less than 30 minutes.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Calorie, Low Lactose
Servings: 4
Author: Rena

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb cod filet pieces
  • Sea salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/3 cup Gluten-free flour or any flour
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 lemons juiced
  • 3-4 garlic cloves pressed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400F.
  • Season the cod filets with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, then dredge into the flour to evenly coat.
  • Preheat 1 tablespoon of oil in an oven-safe skillet and sear half of the codpieces until golden on both sides, then set aside. 1-2 minutes on each side
  • Repeat with the remaining oil and cod. Add the fresh lemon juice to the dripping from the pan, and stir while still on the heat.
  • Add the garlic, and tomatoes, and return the cod to the skillet. Bake for 10 minutes, or until flaky.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley and enjoy.

Notes

  • Storing: Store leftover baked cod in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You may also freeze for 2 months.
  • Reheating: It is best to reheat leftovers in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until it is heated through

Nutrition

Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 891mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 279IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 2mg