Baked Cod

Baked Cod is a light and flavorful seafood dish that features tender cod fillets baked to perfection with a zesty lemon herb topping. This low-carb recipe is not only easy to prepare but also offers a healthy, satisfying meal for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• Cod fillets - 400 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon slices - 4 slices

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, oregano, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
3. Place the cod fillets in a baking dish and drizzle the herb mixture over the top, making sure they are well coated.
4. Arrange lemon slices on top of the cod fillets.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
6. Remove from the oven and let it sit for a couple of minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 4 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids which promote heart health.
• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.

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