Spicy Lemon Garlic Baked Tilapia: A Simple, Flavorful Delight
Enjoy the refreshing and zesty flavors of Spicy Lemon Garlic Baked Tilapia. This dish is a perfect blend of spice and tanginess, making it a delightful meal option for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fillets tilapia
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the tilapia fillets in a baking dish and pour the marinade over the fish.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the tilapia flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to taste.
- This recipe is great served with rice or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Spicy Lemon Garlic Baked Tilapia