Tilapia for Company
Impress your guests with "Tilapia for Company," a perfectly balanced dish that combines flaky, tender tilapia fillets with a zesty lemon-garlic butter and a crispy Parmesan breadcrumb topping. This elegant yet easy-to-make recipe bakes in just 20 minutes, making it ideal for entertaining or a weeknight gourmet treat. The combination of fresh parsley, freshly grated Parmesan, and a hint of lemon zest elevates the flavors, while a quick broil at the end creates a golden, crunchy finish. Serve this restaurant-quality dish with roasted vegetables or a light salad for a vibrant, crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for those seeking a quick, flavorful seafood recipe to make a lasting impression!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 1 whole Lemon
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
Zest and juice the lemon. Set aside both the zest and juice separately.
Mince the garlic cloves finely.
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic, lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to the melted butter. Stir well and remove from heat.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley. Drizzle in olive oil and mix until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.
Pat the tilapia fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Arrange the tilapia fillets in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
Spoon the lemon-garlic butter mixture evenly over the fillets, ensuring they are fully coated.
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture generously over the fillets, pressing lightly to help it adhere.
Bake the tilapia in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Switch on the broiler for the last 1-2 minutes of cooking to brown the breadcrumb topping slightly, keeping an eye on it to prevent burning.
Remove the dish from the oven, and let it rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Garnish with additional chopped parsley and serve immediately. Pair with your favorite side dishes like roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1371 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.9 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.8 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2605 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 121.5 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 354 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1726 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.
