Description
Baked tilapia is a quick and flavorful dish that transforms any weeknight dinner into a gourmet experience. With its delicate, flaky texture infused with the bright flavors of lemon and garlic, it’s perfect for busy households. This easy recipe requires minimal effort, making it an ideal choice when time is short but you still want to impress your family with a delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil and place the tilapia fillets inside.
- Drizzle olive oil over each fillet and squeeze fresh lemon juice on top.
- Season evenly with garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using Cajun spices or soy sauce instead of traditional seasonings. Leftover baked tilapia can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently in the oven at 350°F.