Description
This Lemon Garlic Grilled Cod captures the essence of a sun-drenched afternoon on the Mediterranean coast with its explosive flavor profile and heart-healthy nutrition. It's a dish that combines the mild, flaky texture of cod with zesty citrus and aromatic garlic, making it both quick to prepare and sophisticated in taste.
Ingredients
Scale
4 large fillets (6 oz each) Fresh Cod
3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
4 cloves Fresh Garlic, minced
2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
Sea Salt & Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F)
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 5 minutes
- Pat cod fillets dry and brush both sides with the marinade
- Oil the grill grates with a paper towel dipped in oil
- Place cod fillets on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving them
- Gently flip the fillets and grill for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through and flaky
- Remove from grill, squeeze fresh lemon over top, sprinkle with parsley, and let rest for 2 minutes
Notes
For a unique twist, substitute cod with halibut or haddock, and consider using avocado oil for grilling.
Place cod on lemon slices to prevent sticking and infuse flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 245 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg