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Baked Tilapia With Garlic And Lime Recipe

Flaky, juicy baked tilapia fillets infused with zesty lime and fragrant garlic. This simple yet elegant recipe is ready in under 30 minutes and perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. A healthy and delicious alternative to fried fish!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 131.3 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Tilapia With Garlic And Lime

  • 2 (6-ounce) Tilapia Fillets
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • Fresh Ground Black Pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons melted Unsalted Butter
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
  • 2 cloves minced Garlic
  • Lime Wedges, for garnish
  • Fresh Parsley, if desired

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How to Make Baked Tilapia With Garlic And Lime

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  3. Rinse 2 (6-ounce) tilapia fillets and pat them completely dry with paper towels.
  4. Place the fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Season each fillet with 1/4 teaspoon salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  6. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of melted butter, 1 tablespoon lime zest, and 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice.
  7. Evenly distribute the butter mixture over the tilapia fillets.
  8. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic over the fillets.
  9. Bake for 8-12 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.
  10. Serve immediately and garnish with extra lime wedges and fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

37g

Carbs

0g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Main Ingredient Preparation Seafood Easy Fish Dietary Freshwater Fish Tilapia 3 Steps Or Less