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A close-up shot of a perfectly baked cod fillet being flaked with a fork to show its moist and tender interior. The fillet is seasoned and glistening.

Baked Cod with Lemon-Dill Sauce (The Ultimate Weeknight Recipe)

This Baked Cod with Lemon-Dill Sauce is the perfect weeknight meal! Flaky, tender cod is baked to perfection and topped with a vibrant, creamy, and healthy Greek yogurt-based sauce. A quick, easy, and delicious recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Baked Cod
  • 4 cod fillets (6 oz each) about 1.5 inches thick
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Lemon-Dill Sauce
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Dish
  • 1 Small Bowl

Instructions
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the cod fillets dry with a paper towel and place them in a baking dish.
  2. Drizzle the cod fillets with olive oil, then sprinkle with minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Gently rub to coat the fillets evenly.
  3. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. The cooking time will vary based on the thickness of your fillets.
  4. While the cod is baking, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, chopped dill, lemon juice, lemon zest, and Dijon mustard. Stir until everything is well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve the baked cod immediately, topped with a generous spoonful of the fresh lemon-dill sauce.

Notes

Don't Overbake: Check the fish at the 12-minute mark to ensure it stays moist and tender.
Ingredient Tip: For the best flavor, use fresh dill and fresh lemon juice, not bottled.
Storage: Store leftover cod and sauce separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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