Name: Delicious and Healthy Baked Tilapia in Parchment Packets Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 4 tilapia fillets; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 cloves of garlic, minced; 1 lemon, sliced; 4 sprigs of fresh thyme; 4 tbsp olive oil

Delicious and Healthy Baked Tilapia in Parchment Packets Recipe

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This recipe for baked tilapia in parchment packets is a simple and healthy way to enjoy this mild fish. The tilapia is seasoned with lemon, garlic, and herbs, then baked to perfection in individual parchment packets. It's a light and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

4 tilapia fillets
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 lemon, sliced
4 sprigs of fresh thyme
4 tbsp olive oil

Directions

Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Season each tilapia fillet with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
Place each fillet on a sheet of parchment paper.
Top each fillet with a few slices of lemon, a sprig of thyme, and a drizzle of olive oil.
Fold the parchment paper over the fish to create a packet, sealing the edges by folding them over several times.
Place the packets on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
Carefully open the packets (watch out for steam) and serve the tilapia hot with your favorite side dishes.

Interesting Facts

Cooking fish in parchment packets helps to lock in moisture and flavor, resulting in a perfectly cooked and tender fish.

This cooking method is also a great way to infuse the fish with the flavors of herbs and seasonings.