Tilapia with a Touch of Lime

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this zesty and flavorful Tilapia with a Touch of Lime recipe! Featuring tender, flaky tilapia fillets marinated in a vibrant blend of lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, and aromatic spices like cumin and paprika, this dish offers a perfect balance of citrusy freshness and warm, smoky undertones. Baked to perfection in under 15 minutes, it’s a healthy and hassle-free option that’s ideal for busy schedules. Garnished with freshly chopped cilantro and served with lime wedges for a burst of brightness, this dish pairs beautifully with rice, quinoa, or a crisp green salad. Perfect for seafood lovers, this easy lime tilapia recipe is gluten-free, full of protein, and guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces tilapia fillets
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 4 pieces lime wedges (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a marinade.

Step 3

Place the tilapia fillets on the prepared baking sheet and brush both sides generously with the marinade.

Step 4

Allow the fillets to marinate for 5 minutes while the oven finishes preheating.

Step 5

Bake the tilapia in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the fillets are opaque and flake easily with a fork.

Step 6

Remove the tilapia from the oven and sprinkle the cooked fillets with fresh cilantro for a burst of flavor.

Step 7

Serve the tilapia immediately with lime wedges on the side for an extra touch of citrus. Pair with rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(531.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	821.2

Total Fat 39.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 228mg	0%
Sodium 1414.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 13.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 1.9g
Protein 105.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 111.5mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 1757.6mg	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: 42.8%

Protein: 50.7%

Carbs: 6.5%