Pan-Seared Lemon-Thyme Cod with Roasted Garlic Green Beans
This quick and flavorful dish features tender cod fillets pan-seared with fresh lemon and thyme, served alongside crisp green beans sautéed with roasted garlic. Perfect for a speedy weeknight dinner that doesn't sacrifice taste or nutrition.
- 4 pieces (5 oz each) cod fillets, skinless
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 whole lemon, zested and juiced
- 12 oz green beans, trimmed
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
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Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add green beans and sauté 1 minute, then add sliced garlic and continue cooking until beans are crisp-tender and garlic is golden, about 4 minutes. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt, transfer to plate, and cover to keep warm.
⏱️ 5 minutesPat cod fillets dry and season both sides with remaining salt, pepper, and fresh thyme. Add remaining olive oil to skillet over medium-high heat.
⏱️ 1 minuteAdd cod fillets to skillet and cook undisturbed for 3 minutes. Flip, add butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice, and cook for 2-3 more minutes, spooning melted butter over fillets until fish flakes easily.
⏱️ 5 minutesServe cod fillets immediately with sautéed green beans on the side. Drizzle with any pan juices and garnish with extra thyme or lemon if desired.
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Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.
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