Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange the tilapia fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then sprinkle minced garlic, salt, and pepper over the fish.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Once out of the oven, garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider marinating the tilapia in olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic for 30 minutes before baking.
- Pair with side dishes like steamed broccoli or quinoa for a nutritious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg