Broiled Parmesan Tilapia Low Carb
Indulge in a quick, flavorful, and low-carb dinner with this Broiled Parmesan Tilapia recipe! Perfectly tender tilapia fillets are slathered in a rich, zesty topping made from melted Parmesan cheese, creamy mayonnaise, tangy lemon juice, and aromatic spices like garlic powder, basil, and a hint of cayenne for optional spice. With just 10 minutes of prep and a quick broil under the oven, this dish comes together in under 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or a healthy, guilt-free meal. Serve this golden-browned delight with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a satisfying low-carb feast that's as easy as it is delicious. It's a surefire way to elevate weeknight seafood and is naturally gluten-free to boot!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 cups Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoons Dried onion powder
- 0.125 teaspoons Cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoons Olive oil or non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven's broiler to high and position the oven rack about 6 inches from the heating element.
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease it with olive oil or non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with a paper towel and place them on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, softened butter, lemon juice, garlic powder, dried basil, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well until a smooth, spreadable paste forms.
Spread the Parmesan mixture evenly over the tops of the tilapia fillets, ensuring each piece is fully covered.
Place the baking sheet in the oven under the preheated broiler. Broil for 6–8 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork. Keep a close eye on the fish to prevent overcooking.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the fish rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Serve the broiled Parmesan tilapia hot with your favorite low-carb side dish, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.6 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.5 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 389 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 1637 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 120.7 g | 241% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 502 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1574 mg | 33% | |
*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.
