Description
This Lemon Garlic Butter Cod Bowls with Roasted Brussels Sprouts is a healthy, flavorful meal that’s easy to prepare. The cod is seasoned and pan-fried to perfection, while the Brussels sprouts are roasted until tender-crisp. Drizzle with a rich lemon garlic butter sauce for an added burst of flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cod:
- 1 pound cod fillets, cut into 4 pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
For the Brussels Sprouts:
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the Brussels sprouts with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
- Season the Cod: In a bowl, combine the cod fillets with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the Cod: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned cod fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Make the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the roasted Brussels sprouts among bowls. Top with the cooked cod. Drizzle with lemon garlic butter sauce.
Notes
- Fish Options: You can use any type of white fish you like for this recipe.
- Spicy Option: For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the seasoning.
- Side Suggestions: Serve the cod bowls with your favorite side dishes, such as rice or quinoa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg