Description
Baked Lemon Garlic Butter Tilapia is a quick and delectable dish perfect for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings. This recipe features tender tilapia fillets baked to perfection with a rich garlic butter sauce, brightened by fresh lemon juice and garnished with parsley. With its mouthwatering aroma and vibrant flavors, this dish is bound to impress your family and friends, making every meal feel special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 1 pound)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter, then add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Stir in the lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the garlic butter sauce.
- Arrange the tilapia fillets in the greased baking dish and drizzle half of the garlic butter sauce over them.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Before serving, sprinkle with chopped parsley for added freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: Swap tilapia for other mild white fish like cod or haddock if desired. For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like dill or a pinch of chili flakes for heat. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.