Mediterranean Baked Cod
A simple and delicious baked cod dish with lemon and garlic, perfect for those who are new to cooking seafood.
Ingredients
For the cod
- 4 fillets cod fillets Fresher is better, look for quality.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces lemons One sliced for garnish, one juiced for flavor.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Don't skimp on the garlic!
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- to taste Salt and pepper
- for garnish Fresh parsley Optional, for presentation.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, place the cod fillets and drizzle with olive oil and the juice of one lemon.
- Sprinkle the minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper on top of the fillets.
- Arrange lemon slices over the fish.
Cooking
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cod is flaky and cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve with roasted veggies, salad, or gluten-free pasta for a complete meal. This dish is family-friendly and can be prepared quickly for a delicious dinner.