Healthy Pesto Parmesan Baked Cod
A delightful, healthy meal featuring flaky cod fillets topped with creamy pesto and Parmesan, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces cod fillets (fresh or thawed)
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce Store-bought or homemade
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For greasing the baking dish
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning
- 1 piece Fresh lemon wedges For serving, optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Pat your cod fillets dry with paper towels and place them in the greased baking dish. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Cooking
- Spoon the pesto sauce evenly over each cod fillet.
- Top each fillet with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through.
Serving
- Serve with fresh lemon wedges for an extra zing.
Notes
Use fresh, high-quality cod for the best flavor. Don't overcook; cod is perfect when it's just flaking. Feel free to experiment with different herbs or spices.