Paleo Lemon Garlic Baked Tilapia
Elevate your dinner game with this Paleo Lemon Garlic Baked Tilapia—a light, flavorful dish that's as healthy as it is delicious. Featuring tender tilapia fillets baked to perfection and infused with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon juice, the savory kick of minced garlic, and a hint of smoky paprika, this recipe is paleo-friendly, low-carb, and gluten-free. The easy-to-make marinade highlights simple yet wholesome ingredients like olive oil and fresh parsley, resulting in a dish that's both clean and crave-worthy. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick weeknight meal pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables or a crisp salad, making it the perfect addition to your healthy meal rotation. Whether you're meal prepping or hosting a casual dinner, this recipe ticks all the boxes for flavor, simplicity, and nutrition.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces tilapia fillets
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Rinse and pat dry the tilapia fillets with paper towels.
Step 3
Place the fillets in a baking dish, ensuring they're in a single layer.
Step 4
In a small bowl, zest the lemon and then juice it, setting aside the juice. Combine the lemon zest, olive oil, minced garlic, sea salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well to create a marinade.
Step 5
Drizzle the marinade evenly over the tilapia fillets, using a brush or spoon to cover the fish thoroughly.
Step 6
Pour the lemon juice over the tilapia.
Step 7
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the fillets.
Step 8
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to keep the moisture in and bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Step 9
Remove the foil and switch the oven to broil mode. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes to lightly brown the tops.
Step 10
Carefully remove from the oven and let rest for a minute before serving.
Step 11
Serve the baked tilapia warm, garnished with extra parsley if desired and accompanied by a fresh vegetable side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (514.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 816.1 |
| Total Fat 39.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 228mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2797.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 11.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.8g | |
| Protein 105.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 80.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1764.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories