Lemony Parsley Baked Cod

Lemony Parsley Baked Cod

delicious citrus fish dish

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 10m
Total Time: 15m
Temp.: 400 °F
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (25 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

161
calories
4g
fat
2g
carbohydrates
27g
protein
65mg
cholesterol
95mg
sodium
Lemony Parsley Baked Cod

Recipe Description

This Lemony Parsley Baked Cod is so simple to make and tastes absolutely delicious too. Lemon really is the perfect partner for any fish. In this recipe, lemon and parsley mingle together to create a perfect topping for the fish. Not only does it taste delicious, it stops the fish from drying out too.  

It is so simple to make this – mix all the ingredients except the fish and the green onions together in a bowl. Place the fish in a baking dish and pour over the sauce. Sprinkle with green onions and bake until the fish starts to flake. Serve with rice or potatoes. 

To make Lemony Parsley Baked Cod, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Lemony Parsley Baked Cod

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Heat oven

    5 min

    Preheat the oven to 400 °F.

  2. 2

    Make lemon mix

    2 min
    Step 2 - Lemony Parsley Baked Cod

    Mix 3 tablespoons of parsley, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of lemon zest, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 2 minced cloves of garlic, ¼ teaspoon of salt and ⅛ teaspoon of pepper together in a small jug or bowl.

  3. 3

    Place fish in a baking dish

    1 min
    Step 3 - Lemony Parsley Baked Cod

    Place 4 fillets of cod in an ungreased 11 x 7 inch baking dish.

  4. 4

    Add lemon mixture and green onions

    2 min
    Step 4 - Lemony Parsley Baked Cod

    Pour over the lemon and parsley mixture. Top with the chopped green onions.

  5. 5

    Bake

    10 min
    Step 5 - Lemony Parsley Baked Cod

    Bake in the oven, uncovered for 10-15 minutes until the fish flakes when pressed with a fork.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Step 6 - Lemony Parsley Baked Cod

    Serve with steamed potatoes or rice.

This Lemony Parsley Baked Cod is one of my all time favorite dishes when I am craving a healthy dinner but don’t have much time! Try this one out soon and tag #cookmerecipes in your fish posts.

About the author

Bethany Lim

Bethany is very passionate about maintaining a healthy lifestyle and clean diet. She’s trying to cut meat out of her diet as much as possible and focuses on cooking vegetarian food and fish. Bethany gets a kick from finding ways to add new twists to classic dishes. What’s more, thanks to her Asian roots, she’s great at combining different cuisines to come up with something extraordinary. Bethany’s recipes will inspire you to add new colors and flavors to your everyday meals.

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (25 reviews)
Cathy
April 11, 2025
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Delicious! Made it for our anniversary, everyone loved it!

Olivia
October 15, 2023
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I made this Lemony Parsley Baked Cod for my family last week, they loved it! My kids normally don't like fish, but they gobbled it up. The lemony taste was so fresh, it reminded me of summer picnics. Thanks for such an easy recipe!

Bradley Finch
October 10, 2023
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Simply fantastic dish! I made it for my friends last weekend, and they loved it. The lemon enhances the cod flavor so well.

Chérie
July 14, 2023
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Oh là là! This Lemony Parsley Baked Cod is a total hit! It’s super easy and totally fab! I made it for hubby last week & he couldn't stop raving. The lemony sauce kept the fish juicy. 10/10, will defo make again! 🐟🍋

Valérie
July 13, 2023
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Wow, this Lemony Parsley Baked Cod is soooo easy! I made it last night for my fam and they loved it! It’s like sunshine on a plate! 🤩 Can’t believe I’ve been missing out on this simple dish. Yum!

Mary Thompson
June 5, 2023
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Superb recipe! Made this cod for a family dinner, and man, it was a hit! The lemon and parsley combo was just right. Super simple too. My kids couldn’t get enough of it and asked for seconds. Will definitely make again!

Zoé
December 28, 2022
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So simple, loved it.

Rachel
February 16, 2022
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Yum!

Laura
January 9, 2022
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I made the Lemony Parsley Baked Cod for my husband and it was a big hit! The flavor was light and fresh, reminding me of our seaside vacations. Simple yet delicious.

Tina
December 27, 2021
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I made this cod for family dinner and they loved it! The lemon and parsley made it so refreshing, just like summers at grandma's.

Gordon94
September 12, 2021
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Superb

Victor Ashford
July 24, 2021
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I made this Lemony Parsley Baked Cod for our anniversary. It was so simple and incredibly tasty! The lemon complemented the fish perfectly, and my wife loved it. A fantastic recipe that I’ll make again!

Debbie
November 1, 2020
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Delicious! I made this cod for my husband’s birthday, and it was such a hit. The lemon and parsley combo was fresh and vibrant! So easy to prepare, I served it with rice, and we both loved it. It reminded me of summer picnics by the lake.

Montserrat Vorachek
March 23, 2020
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I hesitate to fix fish because it always tastes bland. This was an easy recipe and had great flavor.

Chaya Sucic
March 22, 2020
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The cod turned out to be an amazing addition to my personal cookbook. I've been making this recipe ever since I've found it!

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