Lemon Baked Cod

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Rest Time 10 mins
Total Time 45 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 400  F
Servings: 2
Calories: 380
Best Season:
Description

Lemon Baked Cod is a delicious, easy-to-make dinner that's high in protein, making it a perfect choice for a healthy dinner. This zesty and tender cod, infused with fresh lemon juice and spices is both yummy and nutritious. Ideal for those looking to lose weight, this low-calorie meal is light yet filling, ensuring you stay on track with your health goals.

Ingredients
  • 2 Frozen Cod Fillets
  • 1/2 cup Jasmine Rice
  • 8 oz Raw Asparagus
  • 1 tsp Olive Oil
  • 1/2 Large Avocado
    • Spices
  • 2 Garlic Cloves
  • 1 Lemon
  • 1 tsp Dry Basil
Instructions
  1. 1

    1. Defrost Cod: Fill a medium size bowl with cold water and let cod sit for 5-10 minutes. While cod is defrosting pre heat oven to 400 degrees.

  2. 2
    2. Prep rice: Bring 1 cup of water to a boil then bring heat to low and add rice. Cook for 20-30 minutes.
  3. 3

    3. Prep Asparagus: Wash and cut 1-2 inches off the stem of the asparagus. Add parchment paper on baking sheet and add asparagus. Drizzle olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    4. Season Cod: Add cod fillets on a baking sheet with parchment paper and season with olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and 1/2 lemon juice. Add fresh thyme on top.

  5. 5

    5. Cook: Cook cod and asparagus for 10-15 min, flipping halfway through.

  6. 6

    Add asparagus, rice, and cod to a medium size bowl. Cut 1/2 a medium avocado and add half to each bowl.

  7. 7

    Serve + Enjoy!

Note
  • You can use fresh or frozen cod.
  • You can use fresh lemon juice or store-bought.
  • Feel free to add different veggies like broccoli or green beans.
  • Store in the fridge for 2-3 days.
  • This makes 2 servings, each serving is ~380 kcal and 25 g protein.
Keywords: High Protein, Nut Free, Dairy Free