Oats Free Herb-Baked Cod
Flaky, fragrant, and genuinely impressive for how little effort it takes, this baked cod is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels far fancier than it has any right to. Garlic-infused oil, fresh parsley, thyme, and chives come together into a bright herb coating that perfumes the fish as it bakes, while a hit of lemon juice and zest keeps everything tasting clean and vibrant. For anyone navigating grain-free or oat-free eating, fish dishes can sometimes hide surprising fillers or breadcrumb toppings — here, every single ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify. The paprika adds a gentle warmth and a gorgeous golden color to the finished fillets without overwhelming the delicate flavor of the cod. Baking at high heat means the fish cooks quickly and evenly, staying moist inside while the herby oil settles into every flake. Serve it straight from the oven with a squeeze of lemon and dinner is genuinely done — no complicated sides required, though roasted vegetables or a simple salad would round it out beautifully.
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4 servings
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each), skin removed
- 3 tbsp garlic-infused oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with a small amount of the garlic-infused oil.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining garlic-infused oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, thyme, chives, paprika, salt, and black pepper until combined.
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