Sheet Pan North Atlantic Cod with Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette
A bright and healthy sheet pan meal featuring flaky cod from northern waters, roasted with seasonal vegetables and finished with a tangy lemon-herb dressing. This mediterranean-inspired sheet pan ready in about 50 minutes pairs fillets (6 oz each) cod fillets, olive oil, fresh lemon juice 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
- 4 fillets (6 oz each) cod fillets
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp, fresh lemon juice
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 1 lb, halved baby potatoes
- 1 lb, trimmed asparagus spears
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. On a large rimmed sheet pan, toss 1 lb halved baby potatoes with 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Roast for 20 minutes.
- Step 2: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup chopped parsley, 2 tbsp chopped dill, 3/4 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes to make the lemon-herb vinaigrette.
- Step 3: After 20 minutes, add 1 lb trimmed asparagus spears to the sheet pan, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, and toss gently with potatoes. Nestle 4 cod fillets among the vegetables, seasoning each fillet with remaining salt and pepper.
- Step 4: Roast everything together for 12-15 minutes until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and vegetables are tender.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and drizzle the lemon-herb vinaigrette evenly over the cod and vegetables. Serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan North Atlantic Cod with Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Sheet Pan North Atlantic Cod with Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan North Atlantic Cod with Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette?
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 Sheet Pan North Atlantic Cod with Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette 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 Sheet Pan North Atlantic Cod with Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette?
Mediterranean sheet pan 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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