Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place tilapia fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the garlic butter mixture evenly over the tilapia fillets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can use frozen tilapia, but thaw it completely before cooking.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Pair with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg