Half-Cup Lemon Dill Cod
Fresh cod fillets baked with a vibrant lemon-dill herb crust, featuring exactly half a cup of fresh herbs for a bright, aromatic finish. This seafood-inspired seafood ready in about 33 minutes pairs cod fillets, fresh dill, fresh parsley for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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
- 1 lb cod fillets
- 1/2 cup fresh dill
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat 1 lb cod fillets dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup fresh dill, 1/2 cup fresh parsley, and 2 tbsp lemon juice; mix until herbs are evenly coated and fragrant.
- Step 3: Rub the herb-lemon mixture firmly over both sides of the cod fillets, pressing gently to adhere.
- Step 4: Place fillets in a lightly oiled baking dish, drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, and bake for 15-18 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Cup Lemon Dill Cod take to make?
Total time is about 33 minutes (15 min prep + 18 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Half-Cup Lemon Dill Cod?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cod fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Cup Lemon Dill Cod?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Half-Cup Lemon Dill Cod for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Half-Cup Lemon Dill Cod?
Seafood seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The flavors in this half-cup are incredible.
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My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
