Honey Lime Tilapia
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Honey Lime Tilapia recipe that perfectly balances sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Tender tilapia fillets are seasoned with a smoky paprika spice blend, seared to golden perfection, and finished with a luscious honey-lime glaze infused with fresh garlic. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy skillet recipe is perfect for busy schedules and delivers a restaurant-quality meal from the comfort of your kitchen. Garnish with a pop of fresh cilantro and serve alongside lime wedges for an extra burst of citrusy brightness. Ideal for seafood lovers seeking a quick and healthy dinner, Honey Lime Tilapia pairs beautifully with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp side salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
- 4 pieces Lime wedges (optional for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the tilapia fillets under cold running water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, fresh lime juice, and one tablespoon of olive oil until well combined.
Mince the garlic cloves and set them aside.
In a separate small bowl, combine the paprika, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle this spice mix evenly over both sides of the tilapia fillets.
Heat the remaining one tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Once the skillet is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Carefully place the tilapia fillets in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side, then gently flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Reduce the heat to low and pour the honey lime mixture over the fillets in the skillet. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes, gently spooning the sauce over the fish to glaze it evenly.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the tilapia to a serving platter. Drizzle any remaining sauce from the skillet over the fish.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1068 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.8 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 228 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 1418 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.6 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.8 g | ||
| Protein | 106.2 g | 212% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1972 mg | 42% | |
*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.
