Low-carb baked cod with Parmesan and garlic butter is so easy to make, but tastes so rich and indulgent! The sauce makes this healthy dish absolutely irresistible.
In a small frying pan over medium heat, add the melted butter and olive oil. Once hot, add the garlic and allow to cook for about a minute.
Add the paprika, salt, pepper, chopped parsley, Parmesan, and lemon juice. Stir well.
Spread some of the garlic butter mixture on the bottom of a casserole dish.
Add the cod fillets and pour the rest of the garlic butter mixture on top.
Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of Parmesan over the cod filets.
Place in the oven and bake for 15 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flaky.
Notes
This recipe is for 4 servings. Each serving is one cod fillet.Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.To substitute the cod, any other type of flaky white fish can be used. Keep in mind that you may need to adjust the cooking time.
Nutrition Info Per Serving
Nutrition Facts
Baked Cod with Parmesan and Garlic Butter
Serving Size
1 fillet
Amount per Serving
Calories
233
% Daily Value*
Fat
17.4
g
27
%
Saturated Fat
7.4
g
37
%
Trans Fat
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.6
g
Monounsaturated Fat
4.2
g
Cholesterol
109.3
mg
36
%
Sodium
768.2
mg
32
%
Potassium
28.4
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
1
g
0
%
Fiber
0.2
g
1
%
Sugar
0.2
g
0
%
Protein
19.8
g
40
%
Net carbs
0.8
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.