Description
Mediterranean coastal charm meets culinary simplicity in this Greek-Style Baked Cod, where delicate fish becomes a sublime Mediterranean masterpiece. Herbs, lemon, and olive oil weave classic Greek flavors into a quick, elegant dinner you’ll savor with pure Mediterranean pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 ounces/170 grams each)
Marinade and Seasoning:
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (Greek oregano preferred)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish and Optional Toppings:
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Extra lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by setting the temperature to 400F (200C) and lightly coating a baking dish with olive oil to prevent fish adherence.
- Create a vibrant marinade by combining olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl, whisking until harmoniously blended.
- Gently position cod fillets in the prepared baking dish, thoroughly coating each piece with the aromatic marinade. Optional: Allow fillets to marinate in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to intensify flavor profiles.
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven, allowing the cod to cook for 12-15 minutes. Monitor the fish closely, ensuring it transforms to an opaque appearance and can be effortlessly flaked with a fork.
- Extract the baked cod from the oven, enhancing its presentation by sprinkling crumbled feta cheese over the surface and adorning with fresh parsley. Complete the dish by serving with additional lemon wedges and drizzling the remaining pan juices for extra zest.
Notes
- Marinating Magic: Let the cod sit in the lemon-herb mixture for up to 30 minutes to intensify the Mediterranean flavors and tenderize the fish.
- Fillet Flexibility: Choose fresh or frozen cod, ensuring uniform thickness for even cooking and perfectly flaky results.
- Dietary Adaptations: Swap feta with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free version or use gluten-free herbs to make the dish celiac-friendly.
- Temperature Precision: Use a meat thermometer to check that cod reaches 145°F internal temperature, guaranteeing safe and perfectly cooked fish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg