This Lemon Garlic Tilapia is a light and flavorful dish that highlights the delicate taste of tilapia fillets. The combination of lemon and garlic creates a refreshing marinade that enhances the fish’s natural flavors.
The recipe is quick and easy, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner. Serve it with a side of vegetables or over a bed of rice for a complete meal.
Quick and Easy Lemon Garlic Tilapia
This tilapia dish features fillets marinated in a zesty lemon and garlic mixture, then baked to perfection. The preparation time is about 10 minutes, with a total cooking time of 15 minutes, serving 4 people.
Ingredients
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley or fresh parsley for garnish
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Fish: Place the tilapia fillets in a baking dish and pour the marinade over the fish, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for about 10 minutes.
- Bake the Tilapia: Bake the marinated tilapia in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with parsley and lemon slices, and serve hot.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 fillets
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
This recipe is part of my 35 Quick and Easy Dinner Recipes. Just click that link to see all the amazing options!
Jeff was a leader for Whole Foods Market for over 2 decades and is now a recovering foodie. When he's not spending time in the kitchen, he can usually be found with 3 daughters, practicing martial arts, making music, or blogging on his other sites.
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