Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Tilapia fillets
- 2 Lemons (1 juiced, 1 sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh Herbs (such as parsley, thyme, rosemary, or a mix)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for a hint of spice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Mix lemon juice, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pat the tilapia fillets dry, coat them with the marinade mixture.
- Grease a baking dish with olive oil and place the fillets in it, garnishing with lemon slices.
- Drizzle remaining olive oil and sprinkle red pepper flakes if desired.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- Don’t overbake to avoid rubbery texture.
- For deeper flavor, marinate for 30 minutes before baking.
- Consider adding vegetables for a complete meal.
- Tweak seasoning to your personal taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Low Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 220 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg