Foil Baked Tilapia with Fiesta Rice Rsc
Elevate your weeknight dinners with Foil Baked Tilapia with Fiesta Rice, a vibrant and healthy recipe that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious! Perfectly seasoned tilapia fillets are nestled in individual foil packets alongside a zesty fiesta rice blend featuring fluffy long-grain rice, juicy tomatoes, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and a touch of lime for a fresh pop of flavor. Infused with aromatic spices like chili powder and cumin, this dish bakes up in just 25 minutes, locking in all the moisture and bold flavors. Not only is this foil-packet method a breeze to clean up, but it also makes for a stunning yet casual presentation when served straight from the foil. Add some shredded cheese on top for an optional finishing touch, and enjoy a wholesome, gluten-free meal that’s perfect for busy families or relaxed entertaining!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 1 cup Long-grain white rice
- 2 cups Water or chicken broth
- 1 cup Tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup Black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup Corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 cup Red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 cup Onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
- 1 piece Lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare four sheets of aluminum foil, each about 12x18 inches, and set them aside.
Cook the rice: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of rice and 2 cups of water (or chicken broth). Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, onion, cilantro, lime juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, chili powder, cumin, and half the salt and black pepper. Mix well to create the fiesta rice.
Place one tilapia fillet onto the center of each foil sheet. Drizzle each fillet with the remaining olive oil and season with the remaining salt and black pepper.
Spoon an equal amount of the fiesta rice mixture around each fillet, spreading it evenly around the fish.
Fold the edges of the foil up and over the fish and rice, crimping the edges tightly to seal and create individual packets.
Place the foil packets onto a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Carefully open the foil packets (watch out for steam!) and, if desired, sprinkle each serving with shredded cheese before serving.
Serve the foil-baked tilapia directly from the packets for an easy and fun presentation, or transfer to plates. Enjoy your flavorful and healthy meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 14.2 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 65 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 649 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.6 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 31.1 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 153 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 899 mg | 19% | |
*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.
