Lemon Thyme Baked Cod with Potatoes
Savor the vibrant flavors of Lemon Thyme Baked Cod with Potatoes, a dish that perfectly combines flaky cod with zesty lemon and aromatic thyme. Nestled on a bed of crispy roasted Yukon Gold potatoes, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a memorable meal. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, it’s sure to impress your family and friends while being easy enough for novice cooks to master.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1.5 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, toss the potato chunks with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, pepper, and half of the minced garlic until well coated.
- Spread potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Remove potatoes from the oven and place cod fillets on top. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and sprinkle with remaining garlic and thyme.
- Zest the lemon over the cod, then squeeze its juice atop everything. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cod is flaky and opaque.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: You can swap cod for salmon or halibut if desired. Feel free to add seasonal vegetables like asparagus or cherry tomatoes alongside the fish. For meal prep, chop ingredients ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.