Pesto Crusted Tilapia
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and flavorful Pesto Crusted Tilapia! This easy-to-make recipe combines tender, flaky tilapia fillets with the bold, herbaceous kick of basil pesto and a delightfully crispy crust of panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Baked to golden perfection in just 15 minutes, this dish is as quick as it is impressive. A drizzle of olive oil gives the crust a rich, toasty finish, while fresh lemon wedges on the side provide a zesty burst of brightness. Perfect for a healthy, crowd-pleasing meal, this recipe pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or a light salad. Ideal for seafood lovers seeking a simple yet gourmet experience, Pesto Crusted Tilapia will quickly become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 0.5 cup Basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 0.75 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 piece Lemon (for serving)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 as needed Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and olive oil until evenly combined.
Season both sides of the tilapia fillets with salt and black pepper. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Spread a thin, even layer of basil pesto over the top of each tilapia fillet using the back of a spoon.
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture generously over the pesto layer on each fillet, gently pressing it down to adhere.
Bake the tilapia in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque, flakes easily with a fork, and the crust is golden brown.
Remove the tilapia from the oven and let it rest for a minute or two. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for an added burst of freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1477 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.7 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.0 g | 100% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 258 mg | 86% | |
| Sodium | 2693 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 125.7 g | 251% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 488 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1723 mg | 37% | |
*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.
