Air Fryer Cod is a light and delicious recipe that you will love for a fast dinner. Done in just 20 minutes, you can’t do much better for a healthy dinner.
If you are trying to eat a little bit lighter, you are going to love this recipe. Made with just a handful of ingredients, this is a simple dinner that is perfect to fall back on.
Cod is a great fish to return to for its health benefits, but also for how easy it is to dress up with simple ingredients! We just add a little lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and parsley, and combined with asparagus, we have a fantastic, healthy meal.
How to Cook Cod in the Air Fryer
Here is a brief overview of how this easy cod recipe comes together. For the full recipe, including all measurements and cooking times, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
Prepare your Cod and Asparagus
While your air fryer preheats, rub the cod filets with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss the asparagus with olive oil.
Cook the Cod and Asparagus
Add the cod and asparagus to the air fryer and cook for 10 to 15 minutes or until the inside of the fish registers 140 degrees Fahrenheit with an instant read thermometer.
Serve
Take the cod out of the air fryer and sprinkle with lemon juice, zest, and parsley. Serve with the cooked asparagus. Enjoy!
Tips and Tricks
- Buying cod: Since we live in the Midwest, it is difficult to get fresh fish. For my family and me, frozen fish is the best option. It is easy to keep on hand and is frozen when it is at its freshest, and as a bonus, it is more cost-effective.
- Buying fresh cod: If you buy fresh cod for this recipe, look for fillets that have a translucent appearance with a pearly white color. Avoid fillets with any discoloration, browning, or dark spots.
- Thawing frozen cod: When using frozen cod fillets, it is important to thaw them before cooking. Follow the directions on the package for the best way to thaw, or leave the fillets in the refrigerator overnight. Be sure to pat the fillets dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture.
- Swapping the asparagus: If your family doesn’t like asparagus, swap it out for broccoli or green beans.
- Preheat your air fryer: Make sure to preheat your air fryer so it is at the right temperature when the fish goes in. I also recommend spraying it with cooking spray before adding the fish.
- Don’t overlap the cod in the air fryer: Keep it in a single layer on top of the asparagus. If there are long pieces of cod with thin ends, tuck the thin ends under to create more uniform pieces of fish that will cook at the same rate.
- How to serve: Sprinkle the cooked air fryer cod fillets with lemon juice, zest, and parsley. This easy cod dinner can be rounded out with rice, coleslaw, or a simple salad.
Storing and Reheating Leftovers
Store any leftover cod in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat leftovers in the air fryer for five minutes until heated through.
What to Serve with Air Fryer Cod
The asparagus makes a great side dish here, though if you are looking for a heartier meal or to round this out further, here are some great options.
- Mashed Cauliflower keeps this dish low carb, and it is insanely good.
- Antipasto Salad is a favorite of mine and is such a bright colorful dish to add to a table.
- Greek Salad is easy to throw together, but such a great way to add vegetables to dinner.
Once you try this easy Air Fryer Cod recipe, leave a comment below and let me know what you think. I love hearing from you!
Air Fryer Cod
Ingredients
- 1 pound cod thawed if purchased frozen
- 3 teaspoons olive oil divided
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 pound asparagus washed and tough stems removed
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- While the air fryer is preheating, rub the cod with two teaspoons of olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. If they are long pieces with thin ends, tuck the thin ends under to create more uniform pieces of fish that will cook at the same rate.1 pound cod, 3 teaspoons olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Toss the asparagus with one teaspoon olive oil.1 pound asparagus, 3 teaspoons olive oil
- Spray the preheated air fryer basket with olive oil. Add the prepared asparagus and top with the prepared cod. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes or until the fish registers 140 degrees Fahrenheit on an instant read thermometer.
- Remove the cod from the air fryer, and sprinkle with lemon juice, zest, and parsley. Serve with the cooked asparagus.1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, 2 teaspoons fresh parsley
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