Festive Herb-Crusted Christmas Cod

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2.In a mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, parsley, thyme, rosemary, garlic, lemon zest, paprika, black pepper, and salt.

3.Drizzle the olive oil over the breadcrumb mixture and mix well to combine.

4.Place the cod fillets on the prepared baking sheet.

5.Squeeze lemon juice over the cod fillets.

6.Divide the breadcrumb mixture evenly and press it onto the top of each cod fillet to create a herb crust.

7.Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cod is cooked through and the crust is golden brown and crispy.

8.Serve the Christmas cod hot with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a festive and flavorful holiday meal.