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Garlic Butter Oven Baked Tilapia Recipe

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  • Author: Nora
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Salt

Description

A flavorful and easy-to-make Garlic Butter Oven Baked Tilapia recipe that combines tender tilapia fillets with a zesty garlic butter sauce, baked to perfection and garnished with fresh herbs and lemon slices. Perfect for a healthy and delicious dinner.

Ingredients

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Tilapia and Seasonings

  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Garlic Butter Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest

Garnish

  • 1 lemon, sliced into rounds
  • Red pepper flakes, for garnish
  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Lemon slices, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the tilapia evenly.
  2. Season Tilapia: Season the tilapia fillets evenly with salt, freshly ground black pepper, paprika, dried thyme, and dried oregano to enhance the flavor.
  3. Arrange Fish: Place the seasoned fillets in a 9×13-inch baking dish, making sure they are spaced out for even cooking.
  4. Prepare Garlic Butter Sauce: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest until fully combined and fragrant.
  5. Pour Sauce Over Fish: Evenly pour the garlic butter sauce over the arranged tilapia fillets, making sure each piece is well coated.
  6. Bake Tilapia: Bake the fish in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the tilapia flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with red pepper flakes, chopped fresh parsley, and lemon slices. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • NET CARBS: 3 g per serving.
  • Ensure not to overcook the tilapia to keep it moist and tender.
  • For extra zest, add a sprinkle of fresh lemon juice just before serving.
  • This recipe is great served with steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet (approx. 150g)
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 3 g
  • Fiber: 0.5 g
  • Protein: 22 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg

Find it online: https://littlespoonbites.com/garlic-butter-oven-baked-tilapia-recipe/