Description
Experience the delightful taste of GARLIC BUTTER OVEN BAKED TILAPIA, a simple yet impressive dish that brings together the freshness of tilapia fillets, the aromatic essence of garlic, and the zesty brightness of lemon. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to family gatherings. The tilapia is seasoned and baked to perfection, resulting in tender, flaky fish enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce that everyone will love. Serve it alongside your choice of sides for a well-rounded meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon lemon zest
- Garnishes: lemon slices, red pepper flakes, chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange tilapia fillets in a baking dish and season with salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and oregano.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Pour this mixture over the seasoned tilapia.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with red pepper flakes, parsley, and lemon slices before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 318mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg