Grilled Tilapia with Pineapple Salsa
Elevate your seafood game with this delightful Grilled Tilapia with Pineapple Salsa recipe—a perfect blend of smoky, citrusy, and tropical flavors! Tender tilapia fillets are coated in a savory garlic-paprika rub and grilled to perfection, creating a beautifully flaky texture with subtle charred edges. The star of the dish, a vibrant pineapple salsa, bursts with freshness thanks to juicy diced pineapple, crisp red bell pepper, zesty lime juice, and a hint of heat from optional jalapeño. Ready in just 30 minutes, this healthy and flavorful dish is ideal for busy weeknights or summer barbecues. Serve it alongside coconut rice or a crisp green salad for a truly unforgettable meal. Looking for a gluten-free, low-carb seafood recipe? This grilled tilapia has you covered!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 cup (diced) Fresh pineapple
- 0.5 cup (diced) Red bell pepper
- 0.25 cup (diced) Red onion
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Cilantro
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon (minced) Jalapeño (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375-400°F). Clean and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Brush both sides of the tilapia fillets with the olive oil mixture, ensuring an even coating.
Prepare the pineapple salsa by combining diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeño (if using) in a medium bowl. Mix well and set aside.
Place the tilapia fillets on the preheated grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and has grill marks.
Carefully remove the tilapia from the grill and place on a serving plate.
Top each fillet with a generous spoonful of the prepared pineapple salsa.
Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as coconut rice or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
193 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.7 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 298 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 20.8 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 448 mg | 10% | |
*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.
