Broiled Cod with Paprika (Low Cal, 1g Carb)
This quick and healthy broiled cod with paprika is ready in under 20 minutes! Lightly seasoned and cooked to perfection—low-carb, low-calorie, and full of flavor.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
2 lbs cod fillets (or 1 lb for half recipe)
1 tbsp olive oil
1¼ tsp paprika (or 1 tsp smoked paprika)
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp garlic powder
⅓ tsp salt
Juice from ½ lemon
1 tbsp salted butter, sliced
Instructions
Preheat Broiler:
Move oven rack to the highest position (about 4 inches from heat). Preheat broiler to 500°F (medium setting).
Prepare Pan:
Line a sheet pan with foil and grease with cooking spray.
Prep the Fish:
Lightly rinse cod, check for bones, pat dry, and cut into serving portions. Place on prepared pan.
Season:
Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt in a small bowl.
Drizzle olive oil over each fillet and brush to coat all sides.
Sprinkle seasoning mix over each piece and rub it in on the top.
Add Lemon & Butter:
Squeeze lemon juice over the fish. Place a small piece of butter on each fillet.
Broil the Cod:
Broil for 6 minutes (thin fillets) or 8 minutes (thick fillets), until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
If browning too quickly, move to a lower rack to finish cooking.
Serve:
Plate immediately and spoon pan juices over the fish. Serve with a side salad, vegetables, or in lettuce wraps or tacos.
Notes
Paprika: Use plain or smoked paprika. Avoid hot paprika unless you want a spicy kick (use ¾ tsp if hot).
Butter & Oil: 1 tbsp each is ideal for flavor while keeping calories low, but you can increase for a richer dish.
Fish substitutes: Try haddock or orange roughy for similar results.
Don’t overcook: Cod is done when it flakes easily (130°F for moist, 145°F for well done).
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.
