Spicy Grilled Tilapia with Aioli

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this zesty and flavorful Spicy Grilled Tilapia with Aioli recipe, perfect for seafood lovers craving a bold kick. Tender tilapia fillets are seasoned with a smoky spice rub featuring paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper, then grilled to perfection, ensuring a light, flaky texture with a hint of char. Paired with a creamy homemade garlic aioli, infused with Dijon mustard, fresh parsley, and a splash of lemon juice, this dish strikes the perfect balance of heat and refreshing tang. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy yet impressive recipe is ideal for a quick family meal or elegant entertaining. Serve alongside fresh lemon wedges for an extra burst of citrus flavor, and pair with grilled veggies or a crisp green salad to complete the meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1.5 teaspoons Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 whole Lemon
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 piece Garlic clove (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a spice rub.

Step 3

Brush each tilapia fillet with olive oil, then evenly coat both sides with the spice rub.

Step 4

Cut the lemon in half. Reserve one half for juicing and the other half for slicing into wedges for serving.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, juice from half the lemon, and chopped parsley. Stir well to make the aioli and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Step 6

Oil your grill grates lightly to prevent sticking. Place the tilapia fillets on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 7

Remove the fillets from the grill and let them rest for a minute.

Step 8

Serve the grilled tilapia immediately with a dollop of aioli on the side and lemon wedges for squeezing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(636.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1700.5

Total Fat 127.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 345.6mg	0%
Sodium 2988.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 2.1g
Protein 106.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 117.5mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 1836.6mg	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: 66.6%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 8.7%