Tasty Baked Cod In Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce Recipe
Tasty Baked Cod in Coconut Lemon Cream Sauce is a healthy, delicious seafood recipe packed with fresh lemon, creamy coconut milk, and tender cod fillets. This easy weeknight dinner is gluten-free, dairy-free, and loaded with flavor. Perfect for a light, nourishing meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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4 cod fillets
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1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
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1 lemon (zested and juiced)
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3 cloves garlic (minced)
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a skillet, sauté garlic in olive oil for 1–2 minutes.
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Stir in coconut milk, lemon juice, and zest. Simmer for 5 minutes.
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Place cod fillets in a baking dish, season with salt and pepper.
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Pour sauce over the cod and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until cod flakes easily.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
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You can substitute cod with haddock or tilapia.
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Add chili flakes for a spicy kick.
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Serve over rice or with roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg