Delicious Pesto Parmesan Baked Cod for a Healthy Dinner Night

Experience a flavorful Pesto Parmesan Baked Cod that's healthy and quick, perfect for dinner.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cod

4 fillets Cod Look for fresh, bright white fillets

For the Pesto Mixture

1/2 cup Basil Pesto Rich flavor, can substitute with sun-dried tomato pesto
1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated is ideal
2 tablespoons Olive Oil High-quality extra virgin
2 cloves Garlic Minced or roasted for a mellower taste
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh juice for optimal flavor

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
1/2 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste

Garnish

10 leaves Fresh Basil Leaves For garnish

Equipment

Oven
Baking dish
Mixing Bowl
spoon
Parchment paper

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish lined with parchment paper.
Pat the cod fillets dry and season with salt and pepper, then arrange in the baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, combine basil pesto, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice.
Spread the pesto mixture generously over each cod fillet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the cod flakes easily and the cheese is golden brown.
Garnish the cod with fresh basil leaves and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 32gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure even coating of the pesto mixture for a consistent crispy crust. Fresh ingredients are recommended.

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