Rosemary-Infused Baked Cod with Lemon Dill Sauce

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Flaky cod baked with rosemary and served with a bright, herbaceous lemon-dill sauce. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs cod fillets, olive oil, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 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.

★ 4.3 (11 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 240 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat 4 cod fillets dry with paper towels. Brush with 2 tablespoons olive oil and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary.
  2. Step 2: Place cod on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Squeeze juice from 1 lemon over the fish and place 2 lemon slices on top. Bake for 12-15 minutes until fish flakes easily.
  3. Step 3: While fish bakes, whisk 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons fresh dill, 1 minced garlic clove, juice from 1 lemon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Serve baked cod with lemon slices and a dollop of lemon-dill sauce on the side. Garnish with additional dill.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Rosemary-Infused Baked Cod with Lemon Dill Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Rosemary-Infused Baked Cod with Lemon Dill Sauce?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Rosemary-Infused Baked Cod with Lemon Dill Sauce?

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 Rosemary-Infused Baked Cod with Lemon Dill Sauce 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 Rosemary-Infused Baked Cod with Lemon Dill Sauce?

Mediterranean 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.

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