Easy Lemon Pepper Cod Air Fryer Recipe
Description
This Easy Lemon Pepper Cod Air Fryer Recipe gives you perfectly flaky, tender cod with a zesty, buttery lemon-pepper flavor. Quick to make and full of fresh, bright taste, it’s ideal for a healthy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 pound cod filets
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, optional
- 1/2 teaspoon parsley, diced, for serving
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt, optional
Instructions
- Begin by patting the 1 pound cod filets dry using a paper towel.
- In a small bowl, combine the 2 teaspoons lemon zest, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt, mix well.
- Brush or rub the seasoning mixture generously over both sides of the cod fillets. Let the fillets marinate for about 10-15 minutes to soak in the flavors.
- Set your air fryer temperature to 375 degrees F (190°C), preheat for 3-5 minutes.
- Once preheated, place the marinated cod fillets in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overlapping. Set cook time for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- The cod is ready when it easily flakes with a fork and has a translucent-to-opaque color. If unsure, you can use a meat thermometer – the internal temperature should read 145°F (63°C).
- Once cooked, transfer the cod fillets to a serving plate. Drizzle any remaining lemon-pepper mixture or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the top. Garnish with 1/2 teaspoon parsley.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 106kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 20gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 49mgSodium: 352mgPotassium: 485mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg