Description
Pesto Parmesan Baked Cod is a mouthwatering seafood dish that elevates simple ingredients to create a delightful meal. Flaky cod fillets are generously coated with vibrant basil pesto and topped with a crispy layer of Parmesan cheese, resulting in a dish that is both comforting and impressive. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this recipe guarantees satisfaction for all palates. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, you’ll have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil pesto
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Place the cod fillets in the baking dish, drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper.
- Generously spread the basil pesto over each fillet, ensuring full coverage.
- Evenly sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top of the pesto-covered cod.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Let rest for a minute before serving; optionally drizzle more lemon juice over each portion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg