17 Healthy Cod Recipes

Lemon-Parsley Baked Cod

After trying a few healthy cod recipes, this was the first fish recipe that got two thumbs up from my picky meat-only eaters. The tangy lemon gives the cod fish some oomph. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

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Cod with Sweet Peppers

This quick and delicious recipe is a long-time family favorite. I like to use three or four different-colored peppers for an extra-pretty presentation. Then serve with couscous or brown rice to round out the meal. —Judy Grebetz, Racine, Wisconsin.

Air-Fryer Fish and Chips

Looking for an easy air-fryer recipe? Try my simple fish and chips. The fish fillets have a fuss-free coating that’s healthier than the deep-fried kind, but just as crunchy and golden. Simply seasoned, the crispy fries are perfect on the side. —Janice Mitchell, Aurora, Colorado

Cod and Asparagus Bake

The lemon pulls this flavorful and healthy dish together. You can use grated Parmesan cheese instead of Romano if you’d like. —Thomas Faglon, Somerset, New Jersey

Grilled Fish Sandwiches

I season these fish fillets with lime juice and lemon pepper before grilling them. A simple honey mustard-mayonnaise sauce puts the sandwiches ahead of the rest. —Violet Beard, Marshall, Illinois

Fantastic Fish Tacos

Searching for a lighter alternative to traditional fried fish tacos, I came up with this crispy, crunchy entree. It’s a hit with friends and family. —Jennifer Palmer, Rancho Cucamonga, California

Broiled Cod

This is the easiest and tastiest fish you’ll serve. Even finicky eaters who think they don’t like fish will love it because it lacks a fishy taste and is beautiful and flakey. —Kim Russell, North Wales, Pennsylvania

Cod with Bacon & Balsamic Tomatoes

Let’s face it, everything really is better with bacon. I fry it, add cod fillets to the pan and finish it all with a big, tomato-y pop. —Maureen McClanahan, St. Louis, Missouri

Citrus Cod

We enjoy healthy cod recipes frequently, and this baked version has a tempting mild orange flavor. It comes out of the oven flaky and moist, and it’s just the thing to make for a delightful light meal. — Jacquelyn Dixon, LaPorte, IA

Pepper and Salsa Cod

After tasting a similar dish at the grocery store, my husband figured out how to make this awesome cod topped with salsa and peppers. —Robyn Gallagher, Yorktown, Virginia

Cioppino-Style Soup

This classic San Fransisco soup makes an easy, healthy and flavorful dinner. I serve it every New Year’s Eve, and I’ll often include salmon along with the cod, shrimp and crab. —Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada

Artichoke Cod with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Cod is a fabulous break from really rich dishes that take so long to prepare. I like to serve this dish over a bed of greens, pasta or quinoa. A squeeze of lemon gives it another layer of freshness. —Hiroko Miles, El Dorado Hills, California

Tomato-Basil Baked Fish

This recipe works successfully with many kinds of fish, while the rest of the ingredients are things you’re likely to have on hand. Baked fish is so simple and so good for you. I make this often! —Annie Hicks, Zephyrhills, Florida

Parmesan Baked Cod

You need just five ingredients for this goof-proof way to keep oven-baked fish moist. My mom is one of the best cooks in the world, and she shared this recipe with me years ago. I’ve been loving it ever since. —Mary Jo Hoppe, Pewaukee, Wisconsin

Greek Fish Bake

As a military spouse living overseas, I got the chance to try many styles of cooking. Here’s a Mediterranean-inspired recipe that we still love today. It’s one of my family’s favorite healthy cod recipes. —Stacey Boyd, Springfield, Virginia

Stuffed-Olive Cod

Visit the olive bar in your supermarket to put a new twist on cod in this simple high-protein, low-fat entree that’s a weeknight lifesaver. — Tria Olsen, Queen Creek, Arizona

Cod with Hearty Tomato Sauce

My father made up this sweet, flavorful recipe for my mother when he took over the cooking. We serve it with whole wheat pasta or brown rice. —Ann Marie Eberhart, Gig Harbor, Washington