Easy Baked Cod Recipe

Fresh cod fillets, zesty lemon, juicy cherry tomatoes, garlic, and a lil' cayenne pepper kick come together so easily, you won't want to reserve this just for fancy weekend dinners!

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 8

Marinate Time 10

Servings

Calories 270kcal

Author FoodFaithFitness

Ingredients

2 cod fish fillets
1 handful of cherry tomatoes
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 garlic cloves sliced
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
pinch of cayenne pepper
1 tbsp thyme leaves
pinch of salt and black pepper
lemon wedges (for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F. Prepare a baking tray with parchment paper and arrange the cod fillets on it. Place the garlic slices on the fillets and season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Drizzle the olive oil on the fish, combine with the thyme leaves, and marinate for 10 minutes.
Bake the cod together with the cherry tomatoes in the oven for 10 minutes.
Place the cod fish fillets on plates and garnish with thyme leaves and lemon wedges. Serve immediately.

Notes

If you have the time, let the fish marinate for up to 30 minutes before baking to really let the flavors mingle.

Don't overlook the step in which you lightly sprinkle salt and pepper on the fish. It will enhance the fish's natural flavors.

You'll know the fish is done when you use a fork to gently flake a small piece from the center of the fillet. If the fish easily flakes and is opaque throughout, it is done

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