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Easy Lemon Pepper Baked Cod with Asparagus

Easy Lemon Pepper Baked Cod

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fillets Cod fillets About 6 oz each, fresh or thawed
  • 1 bunch Asparagus spears Trimmed
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil Divided
  • 1 tbsp Lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 whole Lemon Half juiced, half sliced
  • 2 tbsp Capers Drained
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Toss the trimmed asparagus with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and arrange them in an even layer on one side of the baking sheet.
  • Pat the cod fillets completely dry with a paper towel to ensure they bake rather than steam, and place them on the other side of the baking sheet.
  • Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the cod fillets, then sprinkle evenly with the lemon pepper seasoning.
  • Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the fish and asparagus. Arrange the remaining lemon slices over the cod fillets and scatter the capers on top.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cod reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and the flesh turns opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  • Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve immediately.