Sheet Pan Lemon-Garlic Roasted Cod with Asparagus

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Tender cod fillets roasted alongside fresh asparagus spears, brightened with lemon and garlic for an easy, healthy dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe (gluten free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs cod fillets, asparagus spears, lemon zest 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 rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss 1 pound trimmed asparagus with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Spread in a single layer.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 cod fillets on the baking sheet among the asparagus. Drizzle cod with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Season cod with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes until cod flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley over the dish before serving for a fresh herbal note.

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