Spinach Baked Tilapia
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this creamy, flavorful Spinach Baked Tilapia recipe. Tender tilapia fillets are seasoned to perfection and topped with a luscious spinach and cream cheese mixture, infused with the savory goodness of garlic and parmesan cheese. This low-carb, protein-packed dish bakes to golden perfection in just 20 minutes, making it a quick and healthy option for busy evenings. A hint of paprika adds a smoky kick, while a drizzle of fresh lemon juice brightens up every bite. Serve this easy baked tilapia with rice, quinoa, or a crisp side salad for a balanced meal that's as satisfying as it is wholesome. Perfect for seafood lovers seeking a nutritious, flavor-rich meal idea!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 4 cups Fresh spinach
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
Step 4
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach with cream cheese, half of the grated parmesan cheese, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Step 5
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and season them on both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Step 6
Place the seasoned tilapia fillets in the prepared baking dish. Spread the spinach mixture evenly over the top of each fillet.
Step 7
Sprinkle the remaining grated parmesan cheese over the spinach layer.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tilapia is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and drizzle lemon juice over the baked tilapia before serving.
Step 10
Serve warm with your favorite side dishes, such as rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (713.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1244.3 |
| Total Fat 76.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 37.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g | |
| Cholesterol 382.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2533.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 14.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.8g | |
| Protein 130.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 723.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1742.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories