Lemon Garlic Tilapia

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Lemon Garlic Tilapia, a quick and flavorful dish that’s as simple as it is satisfying. This recipe features tender, flaky tilapia fillets brushed with a luscious garlic-butter sauce infused with freshly squeezed lemon juice and fragrant zest, then lightly seasoned with paprika for a pop of flavor and color. Baked to perfection in under 15 minutes, this dish is a testament to how easy it can be to create restaurant-quality seafood at home. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and served alongside lemon wedges for that extra citrusy kick, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables, buttery rice, or a crisp side salad. Perfect for busy evenings or impressing guests, this healthy and vibrant lemon garlic tilapia is a must-try for seafood lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces tilapia fillets
• 1 whole lemon
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley (fresh, chopped)
• 0.25 teaspoons paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

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

Step 3

Zest the lemon and set the zest aside. Slice the lemon in half and juice one-half, saving the other half for garnish.

Step 4

Mince the garlic cloves finely.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, stir in the garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, and olive oil. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Place the tilapia fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or greased lightly with olive oil.

Step 7

Brush each fillet generously with the prepared lemon garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of paprika for color and mild flavor.

Step 8

Bake the tilapia fillets in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Step 9

While the fish cooks, chop the fresh parsley.

Step 10

Remove the tilapia from the oven and sprinkle it with chopped parsley. Cut the reserved lemon half into wedges for serving alongside the dish.

Step 11

Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as steamed vegetables, rice, or a crisp green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(549.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1111.6

Total Fat 75.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 321mg	0%
Sodium 1418.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 9.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 1.6g
Protein 106.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 107.2mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 1743.1mg	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: 59.3%

Protein: 37.2%

Carbs: 3.5%