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Lemon Garlic Butter Cod Bowls with Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe

Lemon Garlic Butter Cod Bowls with Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe

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These Lemon Garlic Butter Cod Bowls with Roasted Brussels Sprouts are a delightful and healthy meal option that combines succulent cod fillets with flavorful roasted Brussels sprouts and fragrant quinoa or rice. The dish is elevated with a zesty lemon garlic butter sauce that adds a burst of freshness to every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

Cod Fillets:

  • 4 cod fillets

Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Roasted Brussels Sprouts:

  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts, halved
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Additional:

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roast Brussels sprouts: Toss Brussels sprouts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes until golden and tender.
  3. Prepare cod fillets: Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels.
  4. Make lemon garlic butter sauce: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Coat cod fillets: Brush the cod fillets generously with the lemon garlic butter mixture.
  6. Sear cod fillets: Sear the cod fillets in a skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  7. Assemble bowls: Create bowls with a base of cooked quinoa or rice. Add roasted Brussels sprouts and top with cod fillets.
  8. Garnish and serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and additional lemon zest if desired. Serve warm.

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Keywords: Cod, Brussels Sprouts, Lemon Garlic Butter, Quinoa, Rice, Healthy, Easy, Dinner