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Fresh Lemon Herb Baked Cod Recipe with Easy Roasted Vegetables

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A quick and easy baked cod recipe featuring fresh lemon and herbs, paired with perfectly roasted vegetables for a healthy and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cod fillets (6 oz / 170 g each), fresh and firm
  • Juice of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for fish)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup baby carrots (150 g), peeled
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (150 g), halved
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for vegetables)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, thyme, dill, salt (about ½ teaspoon), and black pepper. Set aside.
  3. Wash and chop baby carrots, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, red bell pepper, and red onion as described.
  4. Toss vegetables in a mixing bowl with 2 tablespoons olive oil, dried oregano, salt (about ½ teaspoon), and pepper until evenly coated.
  5. Arrange vegetables on one half of a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer.
  6. Place cod fillets on the other half of the baking sheet, skin side down if applicable.
  7. Brush cod fillets generously with the lemon herb marinade, letting some drip onto the vegetables.
  8. Optionally, marinate the fish for 10-15 minutes before baking to deepen flavor.
  9. Roast in the oven for 15-18 minutes until vegetables are tender with caramelized edges and cod flakes easily with a fork (internal temperature should reach 145°F / 63°C).
  10. Remove from oven and let fish rest for a couple of minutes.
  11. Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh herbs or a lemon wedge if desired.

Notes

Pat fish dry before marinating to help marinade stick and avoid steaming. Use fresh herbs for best flavor, but dried herbs can be substituted with reduced quantity. Avoid overcooking cod to keep it moist. Roast vegetables in a single layer to ensure caramelization. If vegetables brown too quickly, tent with foil halfway through cooking. Marinate fish no longer than 30 minutes to prevent texture changes. For extra crisp vegetables, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching closely.

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Keywords: baked cod, lemon herb cod, roasted vegetables, healthy fish recipe, easy dinner, quick fish recipe, gluten-free, dairy-free

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