Simple Herb-Crusted Cod
Clean and simple baked cod with a flavorful herb crust, delivering 28g protein per serving at just 225 calories. Perfect weeknight dinner ready in 25 minutes.
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Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets (6 oz each), skin removed
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
Instructions
- 1
Preheat and Prepare
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- 2
Make Herb Crust
In a small bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, dill, minced garlic, lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Mix until breadcrumbs are evenly coated.
- 3
Prepare Cod
Brush the top of each cod fillet with Dijon mustard. Press the herb breadcrumb mixture firmly onto the mustard-coated surface of each fillet.
- 4
Prepare Asparagus
Toss trimmed asparagus with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange on one side of the prepared baking sheet.
- 5
Bake Together
Place herb-crusted cod fillets on the baking sheet alongside asparagus. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with a fork and internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- 6
Finish and Serve
Remove from oven and immediately drizzle with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle capers over the fish. Serve hot with the roasted asparagus.
Chef's Tips
Choose thick cod fillets for best results. The fish is done when it flakes easily and reaches 145°F internal temperature. Don't overbake or the fish will become dry.
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Everything you need to know about making this simple herb-crusted cod
How long does it take to make Simple Herb-Crusted Cod?
The listed total time is 25 minutes. Prep time is 10 minutes and cooking time is 15 minutes. Follow the instructions for any resting or chilling steps.
How many servings does this Simple Herb-Crusted Cod recipe make?
This recipe yields 4 servings.
What is the difficulty level of this Simple Herb-Crusted Cod recipe?
The listed difficulty level is easy.