Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and healthy Easy Baked Tilapia recipe! Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick dish combines tender tilapia fillets with a zesty blend of garlic powder, paprika, and oregano, all brought to life by a drizzle of lemon juice. The fillets are baked to perfection, resulting in a light and flaky texture thatβs both satisfying and nutritious. Topped with fresh parsley for a pop of color and served alongside your favorite sides, this dish offers a simple yet elegant way to enjoy seafood at home. Perfect for busy families or anyone seeking a gluten-free, low-carb dinner option, this recipe is sure to become a mealtime favorite!
Preheat your oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Rinse the tilapia fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a seasoning mixture.
Brush both sides of each tilapia fillet with the seasoning mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
Arrange the seasoned tilapia fillets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Slice the lemon in half. Squeeze the juice of one half over the fillets and slice the other half into thin rounds. Place the lemon slices on top of the fillets for added flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145Β°F (63Β°C).
Once baked, remove the tilapia from the oven and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and freshness.
Serve the baked tilapia immediately with your favorite sides like rice, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad. Enjoy!
Calories |
791 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 39.3 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 228 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 1413 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.8 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 105.2 g | 210% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1678 mg | 36% | |
*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.