Zesty Lemon-Herb Cod with Roasted Brussels Sprouts
This recipe for Zesty Lemon-Herb Cod with Roasted Brussels Sprouts is a simple yet flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The cod is marinated in a mixture of olive oil, lemon zest and juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper, then cooked in the air fryer until cooked through and flaky. The Brussels sprouts are tossed in avocado oil, salt, and pepper, then roasted in the air fryer until tender and slightly browned. Serve the cod fillets with the roasted Brussels sprouts and garnish with additional lemon wedges and fresh herbs, if desired.
This recipe was inspired by a dish I had at a restaurant a few weeks ago. I was so impressed with the combination of flavors and textures that I decided to recreate it at home. I made a few tweaks to the original recipe to make it more my own, but the basic idea is the same. This dish is a great way to get a healthy and delicious meal on the table in under 30 minutes.
Zesty Lemon-Herb Cod with Roasted Brussels Sprouts Zesty Lemon-Herb Cod with Roasted Brussels Sprouts Zesty Lemon-Herb Cod with Roasted Brussels Sprouts Zesty Lemon-Herb Cod with Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound cod fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
Instructions
  1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Brush the cod fillets with the marinade.
  3. Place the cod fillets in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through and flaky.
  4. Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, toss the Brussels sprouts with avocado oil, salt, and pepper.
  5. Spread the Brussels sprouts in an even layer in the air fryer basket.
  6. Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until tender and slightly browned.
  7. Serve the cod fillets with the roasted Brussels sprouts.
  8. Garnish with additional lemon wedges and fresh herbs, if desired.
Why It Works
  • The marinade helps to flavor the cod and keep it moist during cooking.
  • The air fryer cooks the cod quickly and evenly, resulting in a perfectly cooked fillet.
  • Roasting the Brussels sprouts in the air fryer gives them a crispy exterior and tender interior.
  • The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is simply irresistible.