Smooch's Light Tilapia Recipe

Tired of bland fish? This recipe delivers a burst of flavor in just 12 minutes! Smooch, a passionate home cook, created this simple yet sensational tilapia dish by combining their favorite ingredients for a light and zesty experience. Featuring fresh garlic (or a milder elephant garlic alternative!), this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for an extra kick! Get ready to experience tilapia like never before!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 12 mins

Calories 119.1 kcal

Protein 47g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Smooch's Light Tilapia

Tilapia Fillets
2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tablespoon minced elephant garlic)
Oregano
Basil
Parmesan Cheese
Sea Salt
Cooking Spray

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How to Make Smooch's Light Tilapia

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Place tilapia fillets in a baking dish.
Pour the lemon-garlic mixture over the tilapia, ensuring each fillet is coated.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the tilapia is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Optional: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and a pinch of red pepper flakes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Smooch's Light Tilapia?

Smooch's Light Tilapia takes about 17 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 12 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Smooch's Light Tilapia?

Smooch's Light Tilapia has approximately 119.1 calories per serving, with about 47 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Smooch's Light Tilapia?

The key ingredients for Smooch's Light Tilapia are Tilapia Fillets, Garlic, Oregano, Basil, Parmesan Cheese, Sea Salt. See the full list with measurements above.