Lemon Pepper Tilapia
Bright, zesty, and effortlessly delicious, Lemon Pepper Tilapia is the perfect weeknight dinner that delivers restaurant-quality flavor in just 25 minutes. This healthy seafood recipe features tender tilapia fillets seared to perfection, then drizzled with a tangy lemon juice and zest sauce infused with garlic and freshly cracked black pepper. A touch of olive oil brings out the tilapia’s natural flavors, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a burst of color and herby freshness. Ideal for serving with steamed vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp salad, this dish is as versatile as it is satisfying. Quick to prepare and low in calories, Lemon Pepper Tilapia is a must-try for those seeking an easy, light, and flavorful meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 2 whole Lemon
- 2 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Place the tilapia fillets on a clean plate and pat them dry with paper towels.
Zest one lemon and set the zest aside. Then juice both lemons to yield about 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice.
Finely mince the garlic and chop the fresh parsley.
In a small bowl, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and ground black pepper. Whisk until the mixture is well blended.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
While the skillet is warming, lightly season the tilapia fillets with a sprinkle of extra salt and pepper if desired.
Place the tilapia fillets in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Once the tilapia is cooked, pour the lemon mixture over the fish. Use a spoon to coat the tilapia evenly with the sauce.
Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the tilapia with chopped fresh parsley for garnish.
Serve immediately with a side of steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad. Enjoy your Lemon Pepper Tilapia!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
179 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.6 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 541 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 21.1 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 419 mg | 9% | |
*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.
