Healthy Recipes

Spicy Lemon-Herb Cod with Zucchini Noodles and Toasted Almonds

Spicy Lemon-Herb Cod with Zucchini Noodles and Toasted Almonds

Healthy recipe · Dinner
30 min1 serving480 kcal

A balanced dinner recipe with clear preparation steps and practical nutrition values.

Macros per serving

Estimated calorie contribution from protein, carbohydrates and fats.

Protein45 g · 43% kcal
Carbohydrates25 g · 24% kcal
Fats15 g · 33% kcal

Ingredients

  • Cod Fillet (skinless)
    Cod Fillet (skinless)170g
  • Zucchini
    Zucchini2 medium
  • Almonds (slivered)
    Almonds (slivered)15g
  • Fresh Parsley
    Fresh Parsley1 tbsp, chopped
  • Lemon
    Lemon1/2
  • Garlic Powder
    Garlic Powder1/2 tsp
  • Red Pepper Flakes
    Red Pepper Flakes1/4 tsp
  • Olive Oil
    Olive Oil1 tsp

Method

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

  2. 2

    Spiralize zucchini into noodles. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Pat cod fillet dry. Season with garlic powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.

  4. 4

    In a small bowl, combine chopped parsley, lemon zest, and juice from 1/2 lemon.

  5. 5

    Place cod on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with 1/2 tsp olive oil.

  6. 6

    Bake cod for 12-15 minutes, or until cooked through and flakes easily.

  7. 7

    While cod bakes, lightly toast slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant (about 2-3 minutes). Watch carefully to prevent burning.

  8. 8

    In the same skillet (off heat), toss zucchini noodles with the remaining 1/2 tsp olive oil, lemon juice mixture, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until slightly tender-crisp.

  9. 9

    Serve the baked cod over the zucchini noodles, topped with toasted almonds and extra parsley.

Nutrition per serving

Calories480kcal
Protein45g
Carbs25g
Fats15g

Nutrition per 100 g

Reference values for the main ingredients used in this recipe.

IngredientkcalProteinCarbsFats
Cod Fillet (skinless)8218 g0 g1 g
Zucchini171.2 g3.1 g0.3 g
Slivered Almonds57921 g22 g49 g
Fresh Parsley363 g6 g0.3 g
Lemon291.1 g9 g0.3 g
Garlic Powder33117 g73 g1 g
Red Pepper Flakes28214 g54 g13 g
Olive Oil8840 g0 g100 g
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