Baked Lemon-Garlic Cod with Butter Sauce – Light, Flaky & Flavorful

This Baked Lemon-Garlic Cod with Butter Sauce is a light, healthy, and flavorful seafood dish that’s ready in just 20 minutes. Tender cod fillets are baked with a zesty lemon-garlic butter sauce that keeps the fish moist and flaky while infusing it with fresh, bright flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a special meal, this dish pairs beautifully with rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad. Simple, wholesome, and elegant, it’s a recipe you’ll want to make again and again. Watch the video for tips on choosing the freshest cod, baking it to flaky perfection, and whisking a silky butter sauce.