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Balsamic Tilapia Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and flavorful Balsamic Glazed Tilapia recipe! A simple yet sophisticated dish, it transforms ordinary tilapia into a culinary masterpiece. This recipe uses minimal ingredients and cooks quickly, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Even picky eaters will love this surprisingly delicious twist on a classic fish dish. Impress your family with this restaurant-quality meal made with simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 165.9 kcal
Protein 63g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Balsamic Tilapia

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How to Make Balsamic Tilapia

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small sauté pan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add 1 cup chopped tomatoes to the pan and cook until they begin to soften and release their juices, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar.
  5. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  6. While the sauce simmers, coat a large skillet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
  7. Season tilapia fillets (about 4, 4-6 ounces each) with salt and pepper.
  8. Carefully place tilapia fillets in the hot skillet.
  9. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  10. To serve, spoon the balsamic tomato and onion mixture over each tilapia fillet (about 1/4 cup per fillet).
  11. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley (optional). Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

4g

Carbs

1g

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