Tangy Lemon Herb Cod With Garlic Butter Vegetables Recipe

About this recipe

Tangy Lemon Herb Cod with Garlic Butter Vegetables is a delightful blend of fresh flavors and balanced nutrition, perfect for a satisfying dinner. The cod fillets are pan-seared to golden perfection, infused with the zesty tang of lemon and the aromatic freshness of parsley. Accompanying the cod are vibrant garlic butter vegetables, including tender carrots and crisp cucumber, which add texture and a burst of natural sweetness to the dish. In just 35 minutes, you’ll enjoy a meal that’s both wholesome and gourmet, ideal for busy professionals seeking a blend of convenience and taste. With 868 calories and 31g of protein per serving, this dinner is a fantastic choice for fueling your day or aiding muscle recovery after a workout. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a special evening treat, this recipe combines simplicity, flavor, and nutrition seamlessly.

Ingredients

• 250G Leap Msc Cod Loin
• 1 Lemon - 1 Each
• 1 Garlic Bulb - 1 Each
• 250G Butter Unsalted 250G
• 640G Birds Eye Country Mixed Vegetables
• - Maldon Flakes Sea Salt
• 100G Heera Black Pepper Powder 100g
• - Schwartz Flat Leaf Parsley
• 125G Grissini Traditional Extra Virgin Olive Oil Breadsticks, 125G

Instructions

1. 1. Pat the cod fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt, pepper, and freshly chopped parsley.
2. 2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat, then add the cod fillets.
3. 3. Cook the cod for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and flaky, squeezing lemon juice over the fillets as they cook.
4. 4. While the cod is cooking, peel and slice the carrots into thin sticks and chop the cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
5. 5. Heat the remaining olive oil and butter in a separate pan over medium heat and add minced garlic.
6. 6. Sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then add the carrot sticks to the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes until tender-crisp.
7. 7. Add the chopped cucumber to the pan with the carrots and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. 8. Plate the cooked vegetables alongside the cod, garnishing both with fresh parsley and an extra squeeze of lemon.