Sheet Pan Garlic Butter Cod with Zucchini and Squash
Experience a delightful culinary journey with Sheet Pan Garlic Butter Cod, paired with vibrant zucchini and squash. This easy one-pan recipe features flaky cod fillets enveloped in rich garlic butter, complemented by fresh vegetables, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
- 2 medium yellow squashes, sliced into half-moons
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange zucchini and yellow squash on one side of the baking sheet.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter; stir in minced garlic until fragrant. Remove from heat and mix in lemon juice, salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika.
- Drizzle half of the garlic butter mixture over the veggies; toss to coat evenly.
- Place cod fillets on the other side of the baking sheet; pour remaining garlic butter over them and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast for 15-20 minutes until cod flakes easily with a fork and vegetables are tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet with veggies (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize with seasonal veggies like bell peppers or asparagus for added color and flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently in the oven or microwave.