Pan-Roasted Mediterranean Cod with Lemon-Oregano Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-04 · Updated 2026-08-04

Tender cod fillets pan-roasted to golden perfection and served with a bright lemon-oregano sauce inspired by Mediterranean coastal flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs cod fillets, olive oil, lemon 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 pieces, 6 oz each cod fillets
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp, fresh lemon juice
• 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 cod fillets (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Set aside.
2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place cod fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving until edges are crispy and golden.
3. Step 3: Flip fillets carefully and add 2 tbsp butter, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano to the pan. Spoon the melted butter and herbs over the fillets while cooking for another 3 minutes until fish flakes easily.
4. Step 4: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, spooning the sauce over the cod before serving.