Alaska Cod Parmesan with Zucchini Noodles
This lighter, gluten-free take on pasta makes a perfectly healthy combination by pairing zucchini noodles with flavorful Alaska cod.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 to 6 oz cod, about 1 cup noodles per serving
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini (about 5 to 6 oz. each), sliced thinly on mandolin or with a peeler
- 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1-1/2 Tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/8 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 Alaska Cod or Halibut fillets (4 to 6 oz. each)
- 2 Tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
Nutrition Facts
Calories | 215 |
Total Fat | 11g |
Saturated Fat | 4g |
Calories from Fat | 45% |
Cholesterol | 82.5mg |
Protein | 25g |
Carbohydrate | 4g |
Fiber | 1g |
Sodium | 602mg |
Calcium | 102mg |
Vitamin D | 32 IU |
Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 560mg |
Instructions
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Step 1 Prepare zucchini noodles
In a nonstick skillet, sauté zucchini slices in butter and oil just until soft. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Keep warm.
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Step 2 Prepare topping
Mix 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, basil, oregano and onion powder together. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Divide and spread topping onto the top of each fillet.
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Step 3 Cook cod
Heat oven to broil setting. Place fillets on foil-lined broiler pan. Broil 5 to 7 inches from broiler element for 3 minutes, or until top is browned and bubbly. Reduce heat to 300°F and continue to cook an additional 3 to 5 minutes. Cook just until fish is opaque throughout.
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Step 4 To serve
Place 1/4 of zucchini on each plate. Top with a cod fillet and garnish with 1/2 tablespoon shredded cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories | 215 |
Total Fat | 11g |
Saturated Fat | 4g |
Calories from Fat | 45% |
Cholesterol | 82.5mg |
Protein | 25g |
Carbohydrate | 4g |
Fiber | 1g |
Sodium | 602mg |
Calcium | 102mg |
Vitamin D | 32 IU |
Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 560mg |