Gut Friendly Cod en Papillote with Lemon, Herbs & Vegetables

Cooking fish in a sealed parchment parcel is one of the gentlest, most gut-friendly techniques around, and the results are genuinely stunning. Each portion steams in its own little envelope with zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and yellow bell pepper, so the vegetables stay tender without any harsh char or heavy oils. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and sprigs of thyme and parsley do all the flavor lifting here — no rich sauces, no processed seasonings, just clean, bright ingredients that are easy on digestion. The en papillote method locks in moisture, meaning the cod comes out impossibly flaky and silky every single time without any fuss. Because everything is portioned individually and sealed before it hits the oven, there's no cross-contamination between servings and no mystery ingredients sneaking in. Opening the puffed packet at the table releases a cloud of herby, lemony steam that makes the whole experience feel a little special, even on a weeknight. It's the kind of meal that proves eating with your gut in mind doesn't have to mean sacrificing any of the good stuff.

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