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Lemon Herb Baked Tilapia

Easy Lemon Herb Baked Tilapia That Bursts with Fresh Flavor

Lemon Herb Baked Tilapia is a light and flavorful dish that combines fresh herbs, lemon juice, and tender tilapia for an effortless weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tilapia
  • 4 fillets Tilapia Choose fresh or thawed fillets for the best flaky texture.
  • 3 tablespoons Lemon juice Freshly squeezed for the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Helps keep the fish moist while baking.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme Adds herbal notes.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To enhance flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly ground for a kick.
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest For aroma and visual appeal.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley To complement the herbs.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

How to Make Lemon Herb Baked Tilapia
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Coat the tilapia fillets in the marinade and let sit for 5 minutes.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment and arrange fillets spaced apart.
  5. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Serve with a drizzle of pan juices and garnished with lemon zest and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with vegetables, rice, or salads for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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