Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with Broiled Tilapia Parmesan, a quick and flavorful seafood dish that's ready in just 20 minutes! This easy recipe features tender tilapia fillets slathered in a rich, tangy topping made from creamy mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic spices like basil and onion powder. Broiled to golden perfection, the fillets emerge with a crispy, cheesy crust that pairs beautifully with the delicate, flaky fish. Ideal for busy evenings, this dish shines when served alongside steamed vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp green salad. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe is a delicious balance of simplicity and sophistication that'll keep everyone coming back for seconds.
Preheat the oven's broiler to high and position an oven rack about 4 to 6 inches from the heat source.
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
Rinse the tilapia fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Arrange the fillets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, melted butter, fresh lemon juice, dried basil, ground black pepper, onion powder, and salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Spoon the Parmesan mixture evenly over the top of each tilapia fillet, spreading it out to cover the surface completely.
Place the baking sheet under the broiler and cook the fillets for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the Parmesan topping is golden brown.
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven, let the tilapia cool slightly, and transfer to serving plates.
Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh green salad.
Calories |
1265 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 86.0 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.3 g | 136% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 376 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 1114 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.7 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 115.1 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 351 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1555 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.