Garlic Lemon Cod with Crispy Quinoa Crust
Elevate your dinner experience with the Garlic Lemon Cod with Crispy Quinoa Crust. This dish combines flaky cod fillets with vibrant flavors of garlic and lemon, all enveloped in a crunchy quinoa crust that adds an irresistible texture. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this healthy meal is not only delicious but also quick to prepare in under 30 minutes. Impress your family and friends with this simple yet elegant seafood dish that brings a burst of flavor to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
- Cod fillets
- Garlic cloves
- Lemon juice
- Salt
- Quinoa
- Olive oil
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse quinoa under cold water and cook according to package instructions; set aside.
- In a bowl, mix cooked quinoa, panko breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, and olive oil until combined.
- Pat cod fillets dry and coat them in a mixture of minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt.
- Press each fillet into the quinoa mixture to coat evenly on both sides.
- Place the coated fillets on a greased baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg