Description
This juicy oven-baked tilapia is a simple, flavorful, and healthy dish. With a light seasoning and a quick bake, it’s a perfect meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the tilapia fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the fillets.
- In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, paprika, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the fillets.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is flaky and cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving (optional).
Notes
- Ensure the fish flakes easily with a fork to check if it is cooked through.
- You can substitute lemon zest with lemon juice for a more citrusy flavor.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg