Ingredients
Scale
4 tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter (unsalted)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, butter, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper
Brush the mixture evenly over tilapia fillets
Top each fillet with 2-3 lemon slices
Bake for 12-15 minutes, until fish flakes easily with a fork
Notes
For halal/vegetarian option, swap butter for more olive oil
Use fresh lemons for maximum flavor
Serve with rice, roasted vegetables, or salad
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: High Protein Meals
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean-inspired
- Diet: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg