Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce: A Light, Creamy Delight
A delicious and healthy recipe for baked cod in a creamy coconut lemon sauce that is perfect for a light dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fillets cod
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix coconut milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Place the cod fillets in a baking dish and pour the coconut mixture over them.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve hot with your choice of sides.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice or steamed vegetables.
- Leftovers can be reheated gently in the microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Baked Cod, Coconut, Lemon, Cream Sauce, Healthy Recipe