Cilantro Butter Tilapia Skillet Fillets

Dive into the vibrant flavors of these Cilantro Butter Tilapia Skillet Fillets, a quick and easy recipe perfect for busy weeknights or a light, healthy dinner option. Tender tilapia fillets are seasoned with a smoky blend of paprika, salt, and pepper, then pan-seared to golden perfection in olive oil. The star of the dish is the zesty cilantro butter sauce, infused with fresh lime juice, minced garlic, and a hint of red pepper flakes for optional heat. This one-skillet recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it a top choice for seafood lovers seeking a meal that’s both flavorful and nutritious. Serve these fillets with rice, quinoa, or a fresh green salad, and garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges for an elegant finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups Fresh cilantro
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the tilapia fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.

Step 2

Season both sides of the tilapia fillets with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the tilapia fillets. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter to the skillet. Allow it to melt completely.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 6

Stir in the lime juice and red pepper flakes (if using), then add the chopped fresh cilantro. Mix well into the butter mixture.

Step 7

Return the cooked tilapia fillets to the skillet and spoon the cilantro butter sauce over the top of each fillet. Let them warm through for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and serve immediately. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(523.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1107.0

Total Fat 75.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 321mg	0%
Sodium 1418.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g	0%
Total Sugars 0.8g
Protein 105.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 91.3mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 1704.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.9%

Protein: 37.4%

Carbs: 2.8%