Savory Herb-Crusted Cod with Citrus Salsa Verde

Ingredients

• 4 fillets cod, fresh, skinless
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons orange juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Method

1. 01
   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 02
   In a shallow dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, parsley, dill, thyme, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
3. 03
   Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. Brush each fillet with olive oil on both sides.
4. 04
   Press each cod fillet into the herb-breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even coating on all sides.
5. 05
   Place the coated fillets onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
6. 06
   While the cod is baking, prepare the citrus salsa verde. In a bowl, combine parsley, mint, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, orange juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
7. 07
   Remove the cod from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve the herb-crusted cod with a generous spoonful of citrus salsa verde on top.