Description
Savor the delightful flavors of this quick and healthy tilapia dish, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Fresh, flaky, and packed with flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tilapia fillets (approximately 200g each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the tilapia fillets.
- Drizzle olive oil over both sides of each fillet; season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Place fillets in the hot skillet; cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fish just before removing from heat.
- Plate the tilapia and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For added flavor, try incorporating fresh herbs like thyme or dill.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a salad for a complete meal.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg