This Grilled Cod is easy, fast, and delicious! Enjoy it just the way it is,
or in your next fish taco.
This Grilled Cod recipe is a great-tasting staple to add to your rotation of favorite recipes. It can easily be customized with different marinades or herbs and spices. It’s ready in no time, requiring very little prep work.
This recipe is great for culinary beginners. It’s so simple, all it really takes is attention to a couple of details. Set the heat to the right temperature and don’t forget to use oil to prevent sticking. If you keep an eye on it while it’s cooking, you’ll ensure the fish comes out flaky every time. It will cook a little faster in a foil packet, since it will be steamed at the same time. That’s a good thing.
Everyone needs a healthy, tasty, quick option for a seafood entrée. This fits the bill. Other quick and easy seafood recipes you might consider include Fish Tacos (great for leftover grilled cod), or Easy Sautéed Shrimp. For an appetizer, try these Shrimp Spring Rolls. And if you’re in the mood for battered fish, try this Fish Batter recipe with cod or other light-tasting fish.
Is Grilled Cod Healthy?
Grilled cod is high in protein and omega-3s, and is a healthy addition to paleo, keto, and whole-30 diets. Low in calories and gluten-free, it provides your body with iron, calcium, potassium, and vitamins A and D.
Different grill types
You have a lot of options: gas grills, charcoal grills, smokeless indoor grills, pellet grills, portable grills, and smart grills. Gas grills heat up quickly, and can usually sustain two heat zones: one for cooking and one for warming. A charcoal grill needs longer prep time to heat the coal, and is more difficult to maintain your desired temperature; still, it’s relatively inexpensive. An indoor grill is inexpensive and suitable for apartment dwellers, but you won’t get that grilled flavor. Pellet grills require electrical outlets, but heat up quickly and offer a smoked flavor. Portable grills are a great choice for camping but will usually require a separate propane tank. A smart grill provides the convenience of being adjustable from your phone but it is going to set you back a pretty penny!
INGREDIENTS
- 4 cod fillets (6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat
Prepare and heat grill.
Season
Oil and season cod fillets.
Grill
Cook cod on grill until done.
Devour!
FAQs & Tips
Grilled cod can be refrigerated for up to two days in an airtight container. This may be a good option for fish with sides on Day 1, and fish tacos on Day 2. Reheat over low-to-medium heat in an oiled pan until warmed through to 145°F internal temperature. It can also be frozen for up to three months, but be advised the texture will change.
Sure, the parchment paper will make cleanup a breeze, prevent the fish from sticking to the foil, and steam the fish, resulting in a more evenly cooked fillet.
I’d only recommend this if you have a grill basket. A grill basket is perfect for this, to keep the fish from falling through. Spray the basket with oil so the fish doesn’t stick.
Serving Suggestions
Any time I serve grilled cod, rice is my go-to side. Both are light dishes, perfect for summer evenings. You can keep up the summertime theme with Corn Rice. Then some greens in the form of this Greek Cucumber Salad. For dessert, try Pecan Pie Cobbler or Peach Crisp. If you insist on chocolate, you can still eat healthfully with these Chocolate No-Bake Energy Bites, or these Salted Chocolate Brownie Bites.
Grilled Cod
Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets 6 ounces each
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F, and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
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Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and brush both sides with olive oil.
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Combine salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a small bowl, then sprinkle the mixture evenly over the cod fillets.
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Place cod fillets on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
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Remove the cod from the grill, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition
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