Paleo Baked Cod with Herb Butter
A light, buttery baked cod recipe topped with fragrant herbs, perfect for a healthy, satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 cod fillets about 6 oz each
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter softened
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the cod fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix together butter, parsley, thyme, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the herb butter evenly over each fillet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until cod flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve hot, garnished with more fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 290
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
💪 Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 10%
- Vitamin C: 2%
- Calcium: 2%
- Iron: 6%
- Magnesium: 4%
💁♀️ Notes & Tips to Elevate the Flavor
- For a little extra crunch, broil the fish for 2-3 minutes at the end of cooking.
- You can also swap in any fish fillet you like; halibut or tilapia would work beautifully too.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a light salad to complete the meal.