Grilled Cod with Zesty Lemon-Caper Marinade

• Cod fillets

  12.0 oz
• Lemon

  1 whole
• Capers, drained

  2 tbsp
• Olive oil

  2 tbsp
• Garlic cloves, minced

  2 whole
• Fresh parsley, chopped

  2 tbsp
• Salt

  0.5 tsp
• Black pepper, freshly ground

  0.3 tsp

All Steps

1. 1

   Zest half of the lemon and then juice the entire lemon. In a small bowl, combine the lemon zest and juice, drained capers, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.

2. 2

   Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. Place the fillets in a shallow dish or a resealable bag and pour the marinade over them, ensuring both sides are coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, or up to 30 minutes. Do not marinate for too long as the lemon juice can 'cook' the fish.

3. 3

   Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.

4. 4

   Carefully place the marinated cod fillets on the hot grill. Grill for 4-5 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the fillets, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Avoid overcooking.

5. 5

   Transfer the grilled cod to serving plates. Garnish with an extra squeeze of fresh lemon if desired. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.