Mediterranean Baked Cod with Lemon and Capers
Mediterranean Baked Cod with Lemon and Capers is a delightful dish that bursts with flavor, transporting you to sun-soaked shores. This simple yet elegant recipe features flaky cod fillets infused with zesty lemon and briny capers, all baked to perfection. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, you can impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen. With minimal ingredients and maximum taste, this Mediterranean-inspired meal will quickly become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
- 3 tablespoons capers, rinsed
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place the cod fillets in the baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. Season generously with salt, pepper, lemon juice, and zest.
- Scatter the rinsed capers over the top of the cod fillets.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Once cooked, garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Serve hot alongside a fresh salad or crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg