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50 Comfort Foods Under 500 Calories
Lemon Garlic Cod with Mashed Potatoes
This seafood recipe is best served soon after cooking so the texture stays tender and fresh.
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Prep Time15
Cook Time20
Total Time35
Servings2
Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 Tbsp olive oil, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 1/4 cup low-fat milk
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Place cod fillets in baking dish; drizzle with 1 Tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper; bake for 15 minutes until flaky.
- Meanwhile, boil potatoes in salted water until tender; drain and mash with 1 Tbsp olive oil, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Serve baked cod with mashed potatoes; garnish with parsley.
Gourmet Geek Tip
Use Yukon Gold potatoes for creamy mash. | Add a pinch of garlic powder to potatoes for extra flavor. | Serve with roasted asparagus or green beans.
Equipment You'll Need
Baking dish
Saucepan