Mexican Style Tilapia Easy Low Fat
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and flavorful Mexican Style Tilapia—an easy, low-fat recipe that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Juicy tilapia fillets are seasoned with a zesty blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and garlic powder, then baked to perfection with a colorful topping of diced tomatoes, red onion, and optional jalapeño for a touch of heat. Bright lime juice and fresh cilantro bring a refreshing finish to this dish, which is ready in just 25 minutes from prep to plate. Perfectly light yet satisfying, this protein-packed meal pairs beautifully with steamed rice, quinoa, or a crisp side salad for a wholesome, Mexican-inspired feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces tilapia fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 whole lime
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 0.5 cup red onion
- 1 piece jalapeño (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a baking dish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking.
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with a paper towel and place them in the baking dish.
Zest the lime and set aside, then cut it in half and squeeze the juice over the tilapia fillets.
In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the tilapia fillets, ensuring they are well coated.
Chop the fresh cilantro and set aside 1 tablespoon for garnishing later.
Sprinkle the diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, and sliced jalapeño (if using) over the seasoned tilapia.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the tilapia is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and let the fish rest for 2 minutes.
Garnish with the reserved chopped cilantro and lime zest before serving.
Serve the Mexican Style Tilapia with a side of steamed rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad to complete the meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
766 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.4 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 228 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 1739 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.1 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 108.4 g | 217% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2326 mg | 49% | |
*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.
