Anti-Inflammatory Garlic Butter Cod with Spicy Sweet Chilli Drizzle

This Garlic Butter Cod with Spicy Sweet Chilli Drizzle is a protein-packed, anti-inflammatory dinner that’s light, satisfying, and bursts with fresh flavors. Perfect for weight management and gut health, it pairs tender cod fillets with crisp, fiber-rich veggies and a homemade, low-GI sweet chilli sauce that curbs cravings without spiking blood sugar. With classic garlic butter for richness (or olive oil for dairy-free), vibrant zucchini and bell pepper for micronutrients, and baby spinach for volume and phytonutrients, it’s designed to fuel your fitness and keep you full. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy, wholesome recipe helps you discover exciting new flavors while supporting a lean, healthy lifestyle.

Overview

Prep Time

12 min

Cook Time

15 min

Total Time

27 min

Yield

4 servings

Serving Size

1 plate (375 grams)

Cod fillets

Skinless, bones removed

4 pieces (5 oz each)

Butter

Grass-fed preferred

2 tablespoons

Garlic

Finely minced

3 cloves

Fresh ginger

Finely grated

1 teaspoon

Red bell pepper

Diced

1 medium

Zucchini

Cut into half moons

1 medium

Green onions

Thinly sliced

2

Fresh cilantro

Chopped, optional for garnish

2 tablespoons

Monk fruit sweetener

Or 2 teaspoons honey if preferred (slightly higher GI)

Recommended Brand: Lakanto

1 tablespoon

Sambal oelek

Or use sriracha for extra heat

Recommended Brand: Huy Fong

1 tablespoon

Rice vinegar

Unseasoned

1 tablespoon

Sea salt

1/2 teaspoon

Black pepper

Freshly ground

1/4 teaspoon

Baby spinach

For serving

2 cups

Steps

 
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Nutrition Facts

Calories per Serving

320

Total Fat

9g

Saturated Fat

4g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

3g

Polyunsaturated Fat

1g

Cholesterol

75mg

Sodium

390mg

Total Carbohydrates

21g

Dietary Fiber

5g

Soluble Fiber

2g

Insoluble Fiber

3g

Total Sugars

6g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

1g

Protein

39g

Calcium

65mg

Iron

2mg

Potassium

820mg

Vitamin A

1300mcg

Vitamin C

48mg

Phosphorus

370mg

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:
Peanut
Tree Nut
Gluten
Wheat