Crisp Baked Lemon Cod with Gluten-Free Breading | Whole Living Eat Well

Enjoy a light and flavorful meal with this Crisp Baked Lemon Cod with Gluten-Free Breading. Made with crushed toasted rice cereal for a crunchy, gluten-free coating and a refreshing lemon zest, this dish is a delicious and healthy option for dinner. Served with a side of fresh spinach, it’s a quick and nutritious way to enjoy cod in a gluten-free lifestyle.

Crisp Baked Lemon Cod with Gluten-Free Breading

Course: Main, DinnerCuisine: American

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Calories

280

kcal

A light and crispy baked cod with a zesty lemon flavor, coated in a gluten-free breading for a delicious and healthy dish.

Ingredients

• 2 cups toasted-rice cereal, such as Rice Chex, crushed

• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

• 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest (from 2 lemons)

• 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt

• 4 cod fillets (4 ounces each), skinned

• 3 ounces baby spinach (4 cups)

Directions

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Combine cereal, oil, parsley, zest, and salt.
• Set a wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet. Press fish in crumb mixture, turning to coat. Transfer to wire rack. Bake until golden brown and cooked through, 14 to 16 minutes. Divide fish and spinach among 4 plates.

Notes

• Nutrition Facts (per serving):
  Fat: 12 g
  Saturated fat: 2 g
  Cholesterol: 100 mg
  Carbohydrates: 10 g
  Protein: 33 g
  Sodium: 350 mg
  Fiber: 2 g
  Sugar: 1 g

This Crisp Baked Lemon Cod with Gluten-Free Breading offers a perfect balance of crunch and freshness. With its light lemon zest and gluten-free breading, this dish is not only healthy but also full of flavor. Pair it with sautéed spinach for a nutritious, wholesome meal that’s quick and easy to prepare!