Xanthan Gum Free Cod en Papillote with Lemon, Herbs & Vegetables

Cooking fish at home can feel intimidating, but this parchment-baked cod is genuinely foolproof and delivers restaurant-worthy results with almost no cleanup. Each fillet steams gently inside its own sealed packet alongside zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and yellow bell pepper, soaking up bright lemon juice, olive oil, and fresh thyme as it cooks. The en papillote method is a natural fit here because the steam trapped inside the parchment keeps the cod incredibly moist and flaky without needing any binders or thickeners whatsoever — just clean, whole ingredients doing all the work. That makes this dish a genuinely stress-free choice for anyone navigating ingredient labels, since every component is exactly what it looks like. Opening the puffed packet at the table releases a cloud of herby, citrusy steam that makes the whole experience feel a little special, even on a weeknight. Serve it straight from the parchment with a scatter of fresh parsley and maybe some crusty bread on the side to soak up every last drop of those pan juices.

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