Description
Oven baked tilapia is a delightful and easy-to-make dish that combines flaky texture with zesty flavors. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe will impress your family and friends alike. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up a meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying. The tilapia fillets are seasoned to perfection and baked until golden, making every bite a taste sensation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh tilapia fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme or basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place the tilapia fillets in the baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, herbs, salt, and pepper over the fillets.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg