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Zesty Crunch Garlic Lemon Cod

Zesty Crunch Garlic Lemon Cod You'll Crave Every Night

Zesty Crunch Garlic Lemon Cod is a quick, healthy, and flavor-packed dish featuring flaky cod fillets wrapped in a crispy quinoa crust.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 358
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod Freshness is key; choose fillets with a clean scent and firm flesh.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use high-quality extra virgin for the best taste.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is preferred for maximum flavor.
  • 1 medium Lemon Use fresh lemons for zest and juice to enhance flavor.
For the Crust
  • 1 cup Quinoa Ensure it's cooked adequately before cooling.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs if necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Optional, can be omitted for a milder flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can be replaced with additional fresh garlic if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter/Olive Oil (for crust) Choose based on dietary preferences.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Marinate the cod fillets in the prepared marinade for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Combine cooked quinoa, panko breadcrumbs, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and melted butter or olive oil in a mixing bowl.
  5. Coat the marinated cod fillets with the crust mixture evenly.
  6. Bake the cod for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the fish flakes easily.
  7. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 358kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 540mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Follow expert tips for best results, including ensuring cod is patted dry before marinating to help crust adhere better.

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