Delicious Baked Tilapia with a Zesty Lemon Butter Sauce

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Delicious Baked Tilapia with a Zesty Lemon Butter Sauce
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 19, 2024

This baked tilapia recipe is a simple yet flavorful way to enjoy this mild fish. The combination of lemon, butter, and herbs creates a delicious sauce that perfectly complements the tender tilapia. It's a perfect dish for a quick weeknight dinner or a special family meal.

Ingredients

  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the tilapia fillets in a baking dish.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the lemon butter mixture over the tilapia fillets.
  5. Bake the tilapia in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Serve the baked tilapia hot, drizzled with extra lemon butter sauce.
  7. Enjoy your delicious baked tilapia with lemon butter sauce!

Interesting Facts

  • Tilapia is a low-calorie, lean source of protein that is rich in vitamins and minerals.
  • Baking tilapia is a healthy cooking method that retains the fish's natural flavors and nutrients.
  • Lemon butter sauce adds a fresh and zesty flavor to the mild tilapia fillets.