Oven Roasted Tilapia with Tomatoes Pesto and Lemon
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and flavorful Oven Roasted Tilapia with Tomatoes, Pesto, and Lemon. This quick and easy recipe combines tender, flaky tilapia fillets with the juicy sweetness of roasted cherry tomatoes, the zest of fresh lemon slices, and the rich, herby goodness of pesto sauce. A touch of garlic and olive oil brings everything together as it roasts to perfection in just 20 minutes. Topped with fresh basil, this dish is as stunning to serve as it is nutritious and satisfying. Perfect for busy evenings, this recipe is light, healthy, and versatile—pair it with a crisp green salad, roasted vegetables, or fluffy steamed rice for a complete meal. Whether you're looking for Mediterranean-inspired flavors or a fast yet refined seafood dish, this recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cups Pesto sauce
- 1 whole Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Place the tilapia fillets on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced apart.
Sprinkle the tilapia with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Slice the lemon into thin rounds and set aside. Mince the garlic cloves.
Scatter the cherry tomatoes evenly over and around the tilapia fillets.
Top each tilapia fillet with a dollop (about 2 tablespoons) of pesto sauce, spreading it gently over the surface.
Drizzle the olive oil over the entire baking sheet, making sure to coat the tomatoes as well.
Arrange the lemon slices on top of and around the fillets for added flavor.
Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the tilapia and tomatoes.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 18-20 minutes, or until the tilapia flakes easily with a fork and the tomatoes blister slightly.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the dish to rest for 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Serve warm with your choice of side, such as a simple green salad, roasted vegetables, or steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1594 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.4 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.6 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 3870 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.1 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 118.9 g | 238% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 378 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2608 mg | 55% | |
*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.
