Description
Experience the perfect blend of flavors and textures with Pumpkin Seed Crusted Cod. This dish features tender, flaky cod fillets enveloped in a crunchy, nutty pumpkin seed crust, creating a delightful dining experience. Ideal for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in, this recipe combines ease of preparation with vibrant tastes that will have everyone raving. Enjoy a nutritious meal that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fresh cod fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds (unsalted)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried thyme or dill
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels.
- In a food processor, combine pumpkin seeds, garlic powder, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and dried herbs until finely chopped.
- Brush each fillet with olive oil on both sides and press the pumpkin seed mixture onto the fish firmly.
- Place fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the crust is golden brown.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving alongside fresh salad or steamed veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg