Lemony Fish and Cucumbers

Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Brenda Biron, Sydney, Nova Scotia

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Jun. 27, 2023

Brenda Biron of Sydney, Nova Scotia suggests the easy cleanup and tried-and-true convenience of a tinfoil packet to prepare her moist, mouthwatering meal in minutes flat. TIP: YOU CAN ALSO THROW THE PACKET ON THE BACKYARD GRILL…IF YOU HAVEN’T PUT IT AWAY YET.—Brenda Biron, Sydney, Nova Scotia

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Lemony Fish and Cucumbers

Yield:2 servings
Prep:10 min
Cook:15 min

Ingredients

  • 1 small cucumber, sliced
  • 3/4 pound cod
  • Dash salt
  • 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon lemon juice, divided
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
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Directions

  1. Arrange cucumber slices on a 15x12-in. piece of heavy-duty foil. Top with cod fillets; sprinkle with salt and 3 tablespoons lemon juice. Fold foil over and fold in edges twice, forming a pouch.
  2. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 15-17 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Carefully open pouch to allow steam to escape.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the butter, basil and remaining lemon juice. Spoon over fish and cucumbers.
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