Grilled Cod with Green Bean and Lemon Butter Sauce
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in less than an hour and tastes absolutely restaurant quality. Cod is such a lean, delicate fish that takes beautifully to grilling, and pairing it with fresh green beans and a bright lemon butter sauce makes for a meal that feels elegant yet completely fuss free. Green beans are packed with vitamins and fiber, so you're getting something really nutritious alongside that buttery, garlicky goodness. The best part? Most of these ingredients are pantry staples, so you're not spending a fortune, and the whole thing is ready in about 45 minutes from start to finish.
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Ingredients
- 4cod fillets(6 oz each, pat dry)
- ½ kgfresh green beans(trimmed)
- 4 tablespoonsbutter(divided)
- 2lemon(1 juiced, 1 sliced into wheels)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 3 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 2 tablespoonsfresh dill(chopped)
- 59 mlwhite wine
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). While it heats, toss the trimmed green beans with 1 tablespoon olive oil, half the minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
Tip: Parboil green beans for 3 minutes if you prefer them softer rather than crisp.
- 2
Create foil packets by dividing the green bean mixture between 4 pieces of heavy-duty foil. Fold each packet closed, leaving some room for steam circulation.
Tip: This prevents beans from falling through the grill grates.
- 3
Brush both sides of the cod fillets generously with remaining olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and remaining garlic. Place lemon wheels on top of each fillet.
Tip: The lemon wheels release their oils while cooking, infusing the fish naturally.
- 4
Place the foil packets on the grill grates and cook for 12-15 minutes until beans are tender.
Tip: You can arrange them around the perimeter of the grill where heat is less intense.
- 5
Once the foil packets are on the grill, place the seasoned cod fillets on the oiled grill grates, skin-side down if applicable. Grill for 10-12 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Tip: Avoid moving the fish too much; let it develop a slight char for better flavor.
- 6
While the cod cooks, prepare the lemon butter sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat. Melt 3 tablespoons butter, add the lemon juice and white wine, then simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
Tip: This sauce comes together quickly, so prepare it toward the end of grilling time.
- 7
Carefully remove all items from the grill. Open the foil packets cautiously as steam will escape.
Tip: Use tongs and keep your hands clear of the steam.
- 8
Plate the grilled cod in the center with green beans alongside. Spoon the warm lemon butter sauce over the fish and beans, then garnish with fresh dill.
Tip: Serve immediately while everything is hot and the sauce is silky.
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