Description
Gluten-Free Mediterranean Baked Cod with Lemon and Garlic is a delightful dish that elevates your weeknight dinners without the fuss. In just 25 minutes, you can enjoy flaky, tender cod infused with vibrant lemon and aromatic garlic flavors. Perfect for both busy nights and special occasions, this dish requires minimal effort and ingredients, ensuring that anyone can create a memorable meal. Serve it alongside fresh salads, roasted vegetables, or grains to enhance its Mediterranean vibe. Whip up this dish for a satisfying and healthy dinner that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb cod fillets (sustainably sourced)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground coriander (freshly ground for best aroma)
- 3/4 tsp paprika
- 3/4 tsp ground cumin
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 6 tbsp fresh lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (good quality)
- 2 tbsp butter (unsalted)
- 6 garlic cloves (finely minced)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, coriander, paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Pat cod fillets dry and dredge each one in the flour mixture until well coated.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Arrange coated cod in a baking dish; pour the garlic mixture over the top and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Bake for about 10 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (113g)
- Calories: 226
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg