Mexican Style Tilapia Easy Low Fat

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and flavorful Mexican Style Tilapia—an easy, low-fat recipe that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Juicy tilapia fillets are seasoned with a zesty blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and garlic powder, then baked to perfection with a colorful topping of diced tomatoes, red onion, and optional jalapeño for a touch of heat. Bright lime juice and fresh cilantro bring a refreshing finish to this dish, which is ready in just 25 minutes from prep to plate. Perfectly light yet satisfying, this protein-packed meal pairs beautifully with steamed rice, quinoa, or a crisp side salad for a wholesome, Mexican-inspired feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces tilapia fillets
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 whole lime
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 0.5 cup red onion
• 1 piece jalapeño (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a baking dish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking.

Step 3

Pat the tilapia fillets dry with a paper towel and place them in the baking dish.

Step 4

Zest the lime and set aside, then cut it in half and squeeze the juice over the tilapia fillets.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 6

Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the tilapia fillets, ensuring they are well coated.

Step 7

Chop the fresh cilantro and set aside 1 tablespoon for garnishing later.

Step 8

Sprinkle the diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, and sliced jalapeño (if using) over the seasoned tilapia.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the tilapia is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 10

Remove the baking dish from the oven and let the fish rest for 2 minutes.

Step 11

Garnish with the reserved chopped cilantro and lime zest before serving.

Step 12

Serve the Mexican Style Tilapia with a side of steamed rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad to complete the meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(834.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	766.1

Total Fat 26.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 228mg	0%
Sodium 1739.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 11.5g
Protein 108.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 199.9mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 2325.7mg	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: 30.2%

Protein: 55.1%

Carbs: 14.8%