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Baked Tilapia In Lemon Garlic Sauce

Baked Tilapia in Lemon Garlic Sauce: Quick, Zesty Delight!

Baked Tilapia in Lemon Garlic Sauce is a quick, low-carb dinner option that delivers a deliciously zesty flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 286
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tilapia
  • 4 fillets Tilapia Use fresh or thawed frozen fillets for best results.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Melted unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves Minced garlic Fresh is preferable.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Regular paprika can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder Optional.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice Use fresh lemons for the best taste.
  • 2 slices Fresh lemon For garnish.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 large Onion Thickly sliced.
  • 1 cup Peppers Substitute with asparagus or green beans if desired.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Tray
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and adjust the rack to the upper third position.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine melted unsalted butter, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.
  3. On a large baking tray, spread out thickly sliced onions and colorful peppers.
  4. Place the tilapia fillets on top of the arranged vegetables and brush or spoon the prepared marinade over both sides of the fish.
  5. Arrange fresh lemon slices on top of the marinated fillets.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the fish is opaque and flaky.
  7. Carefully remove from the oven and transfer onto a serving platter, drizzling any remaining sauce over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 286kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store any leftover Baked Tilapia in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to maintain texture.

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