Citrus-Scented Fresh Cod with Lemon-Dill Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-13 · Updated 2026-04-13

Pan-seared cod fillets with a bright citrus glaze and fresh dill sauce for a light, elegant dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs cod fillets, olive oil, orange juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 (6 oz each), skinless cod fillets
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Step 2: Add cod and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden and flaky. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
3. Step 3: Pour orange juice, lemon juice, and honey into the skillet. Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly reduced, then stir in 2 tbsp fresh dill, 1 tbsp fresh parsley, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Return cod to skillet and spoon sauce over top, cooking for 1 minute to heat through.