Lemon Dill Baked Cod Recipe

Overhead view of baked cod fillets with lemon slices and dill in a white dish on a marble counter.

Moist, flavorful, and ready in just 25 minutes, this Lemon Dill Baked Cod Recipe uses a simple citrus-herb marinade to create a light, healthy dinner perfect for any night of the week.

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Mediterranean-Inspired

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 15

Marinating Time: 10

Total Time: 35

Servings: servings

Calories: 240kcal

Cost: $12

Equipment

1 Glass baking dish (9x13 inch) 9x13 inch size; helps cook fish evenly
1 Parchment paper Prevents sticking and makes cleanup easy
1 Mixing bowl Medium-sized; for whisking the marinade
1 Microplane or citrus zester For zesting fresh lemon easily
1 Instant-read thermometer Ensures cod is perfectly cooked at 145°F internal

Ingredients

4 fillets cod 6 oz each, fresh or thawed
3 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
2 large lemons juiced and zested
3 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon salt sea salt or kosher
0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
0.25 teaspoon paprika adds color and mild warmth
lemon slices for serving (optional garnish)
fresh dill sprigs for garnish (optional)
butter for extra richness (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C); line baking dish with parchment.
Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels.
In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, dill, salt, pepper, paprika.
Pour marinade over cod; coat both sides and marinate for 10–15 mins.
Bake for 12–15 mins until fish flakes and reaches 145°F internal temp.
Let rest for 2–3 mins; serve with lemon slices, dill, and pan juices.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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