Description
Lemon Honey Glazed Cod is a stunning dish that combines flaky cod fillets with a bright and sweet glaze, making it perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-follow recipe transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal in under 30 minutes, ensuring flavor and visual appeal that will impress your family and friends. Serve it with your favorite sides for a delightful dining experience that celebrates the freshness of lemon and honey.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place cod fillets in the baking dish. Drizzle olive oil over the fillets and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Pour the honey-lemon mixture evenly over the cod, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork and has a golden glaze.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute cod with salmon or halibut for variety. Add fresh herbs like dill or red pepper flakes for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; gently reheat at 350°F to maintain moisture.