Low Carb Lemon Baked Cod With Mashed Cauliflower For Your Weight Loss Diet

When looking for a healthy cod recipe, try this low-carb lemon baked cod. Cod fish is low in calories and cauliflower is a great low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes. Baking cod in the oven also lowers cholesterol and calorie content compared to frying. Find out how to make this delicious and healthy weight loss recipe below!

Lemon Baked Cod Recipe for Weight Loss

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Lemon Baked Cod

Ingredients:

• 16 ounces of cod fillets
• 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
• 4 slices of lemon
• ¼ cup butter, melted
• 1 Tbsp. parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp garlic, minced
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp pepper

Directions:

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Then pick a large baking dish and line it with a baking sheet or non-stick spray.

Step 2: Prepare the Cod Fillets

In the meantime, wash the cod fillets and dry them with paper towels. Remove any bones. For smaller pieces, cut the fillet into bite-size. Cod’s amino acid profile and high protein content help with weight loss and regulating the metabolism.

Step 3: Mix the Butter and Garlic

Take a shallow bowl and put in the minced garlic and melted butter. Mix them together. Garlic, when later combined with lemon juice, helps get rid of the fat stored in the body and increases the body’s good cholesterol levels.

Step 4: Make the Seasoning

In a small bowl, pour in the lemon juice and add the salt, pepper, and parsley. Use a fork to stir everything together until it’s well-mixed. Parsley is rich in fiber and other nutrients. Its low-calorie content makes it great for any weight loss diet.

Step 5: Cover the Cod Fillet with Butter and Seasoning

Dip the cod fillets into the bowl of butter and garlic. Make sure all sides of the fillet are coated. Then lay each piece onto the baking dish.

Step 6: Put It in the Oven

Place the baking dish into the oven and bake it for 15-20 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit. After the first 15 minutes, test the cod. If it’s easily flaked with a fork, it is cooked.

Step 7: Season with the Lemon

Take a spoon of the lemon seasoning and pour it over the fillets. Use about 2 tablespoons of the seasoning.

Step 8: Serve and Season

Serve the baked cod with a slice of lemon on the side. Continue to season the dish with salt and pepper and then put any leftovers in a container. Store it in the refrigerator and heat it for the next meal.
 

Cauliflower Mashed Potato

Ingredients:

• 1 medium cauliflower head
• 3 cloves of garlic
• 1 Tbsp. virgin olive oil
• ½ tsp salt
• ⅛ tsp pepper
• ½ tsp thyme, chopped

Directions:

Step 1: Boil the Garlic and Cauliflower

Fill a large pot with salted water and let it boil. Then add the cauliflower and garlic and let it sit in the boiling water for 10 minutes. Use a fork to check if its tender. Once done, drain it and leave the cauliflower and garlic in the pot for 2-3 minutes.

Step 2: Mash the Cauliflower

Put the garlic and cauliflower in a food processor. Add the pepper, salt, and olive oil and purée until smooth. A hand blender and potato masher can also be used if there is no food processor available.

Step 3: Garnish the Dish

Add some chopped thyme into the mashed cauliflower to garnish. Add more flavor by adding some salt, pepper, and olive oil.

Step 4: Serve Hot

Serve the cauliflower dish immediately while it’s still warm. It’s a delicious side dish for the lemon baked cod. Store the leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days.
 
This low carb lemon baked cod recipe is perfect for anyone on a weight loss diet. The cauliflower is also a great alternative to high-carb potatoes and rice, so it will still be filling. Try this cod recipe today!
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