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Lemon garlic tilapia

Recipe Information

Description:
Lemon garlic tilapia is a delicious Middle Eastern recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 15 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 25 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 15 Minutes
Total Time 25 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Tilapia
Category Seafood
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Cook Method Baking; Boiling
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 tablespoons butter, melted

  • 1 lemon, juiced

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes

  • Dash of salt

  • Cayenne pepper to taste

  • 4 tilapia fillets

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

  • In a small bowl, mix the butter, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, cayenne pepper, and parsley.

  • Place the tilapia in a baking pan and drizzle the sauce over it.

  • Bake for 10-15 minutes and broil for 2 minutes or until golden.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 129 cal

  • Total fat: 6g

  • Saturated fat: <1g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 3g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 61mg

  • Potassium: 34mg

  • Carbohydrate: 2g

  • Fiber: <1g

  • Protein: 18g