Paleo Lemon Herb Baked Cod

Transform your weeknight dinners with this Paleo Lemon Herb Baked Cod, a dish that’s as nourishing as it is flavorful. This recipe combines tender, flaky cod fillets with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon juice and zest, the aromatic earthiness of minced garlic, and a medley of fresh herbs like parsley and thyme. A simple yet vibrant olive oil marinade infuses the fish with moisture and flavor, while a sprinkle of paprika adds a subtle, smoky kick. Topped with fresh lemon slices and baked to perfection, this gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo-friendly entrée is ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish. Serve it with your favorite roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a healthy, impressive meal the whole family will love. Perfect for those seeking easy seafood recipes, paleo dinner ideas, or healthy baked cod dishes!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 pieces Cod fillets
2 tablespoons Olive oil
2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Lemon zest
2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon Salt
0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
0.5 teaspoon Paprika
1 piece Lemon slices

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Place the cod fillets in a baking dish lined with parchment paper.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and minced garlic.

Step 4

Pour the olive oil mixture evenly over the cod fillets.

Step 5

Sprinkle the fillets with chopped parsley, thyme leaves, salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 6

Arrange the lemon slices on top of the cod fillets.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to keep the moisture in.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cod flakes easily with a fork.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve the cod fillets hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(890.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	939.5

Total Fat 33.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 344mg	0%
Sodium 2800.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 8.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g	0%
Total Sugars 1.2g
Protein 145.2g	0%

Vitamin D 320IU	0%
Calcium 183.0mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 3495.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.2%

Protein: 63.3%

Carbs: 3.5%