Simple Herb Tilapia Recipe

Flaky, flavorful tilapia gets a vibrant herb boost in this incredibly easy 20-minute recipe! Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this simple dish is sure to become a family favorite. Ready in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 97.8 kcal
Protein 30g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Simple Herb Tilapia

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How to Make Simple Herb Tilapia

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place 4 (4-6 ounce) tilapia fillets in a lightly greased baking dish.
  3. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the top of the fillets, then flip and drizzle another 1 tablespoon of olive oil on the other side.
  4. Sprinkle evenly with 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (or a mix of oregano, basil, and thyme).
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Bake covered for 12-15 minutes, or until the tilapia is flaky and cooked through.
  7. Garnish with fresh herbs (optional) before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

4g

Carbs

0g