Roasted Cod with Potatoes and Lemon
Roasted Cod with Potatoes and Lemon is a light yet flavorful dish that brings a touch of elegance to your dinner table. This recipe features tender cod fillets topped with zesty lemon and fresh thyme, nestled atop perfectly roasted garlic potatoes. It’s a quick meal that balances health and taste, making it ideal for both busy weeknights and special occasions. With minimal prep and just one pan to clean, you can enjoy a delightful dining experience without the hassle.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: Serves four
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes (sliced into 1/4-inch-thick rounds)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Four (6 to 8 ounce) fresh skinless cod fillets
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (cut into small pieces)
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 lemon (thinly sliced)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine sliced potatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Microwave for about 5 to 10 minutes until just tender.
- Arrange the potatoes on the baking sheet into overlapping rectangles.
- Pat the cod fillets dry, season with salt and pepper, and place one fillet on each potato stack. Top with butter pieces, thyme sprigs, and lemon slices.
- Roast in the oven for 15 to 18 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet with potatoes (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg