Lemon Parmesan Tilapia
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this irresistibly crispy and flavorful Lemon Parmesan Tilapia! This quick and easy baked fish recipe features tender, flaky tilapia fillets brushed with a zesty lemon and garlic mixture, then coated in a golden, herbaceous topping made from Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, and fresh parsley. Infused with bright lemon zest and just the right hint of seasoning, this dish achieves a perfect balance of tangy and savory flavors in every bite. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and a bake time of 15 minutes, it’s an effortless yet elegant way to enjoy heart-healthy seafood. Perfectly paired with steamed vegetables, rice, or a crisp green salad, this refreshing and protein-packed dish is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 as needed Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels, then place them on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, and minced garlic. Brush this mixture generously over the top of each tilapia fillet.
In a separate bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest. Mix well to create the crumb topping.
Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly across all the tilapia fillets, pressing it down gently to adhere.
Bake the tilapia in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. The topping should be golden and crispy.
Remove the tilapia from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Serve the Lemon Parmesan Tilapia warm with a side of steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh green salad. Optionally, garnish with additional parsley or a lemon wedge.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
849 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.6 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.5 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 2173 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 116.6 g | 233% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 315 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1659 mg | 35% | |
*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.
