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baked tilapia recipe lemon butter

Baked Tilapia Recipe Lemon Butter – Quick & Delicious Dinner

This baked tilapia with lemon butter is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly flavorful. Perfect for a healthy dinner in under 20 minutes, it’s a dish you’ll love to serve any night of the week!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 tilapia fillets (about 1 lb or 450 g)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (42 g)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (30 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat and add lemon juice, lemon zest, and minced garlic. Stir until combined.
  3. Place the tilapia fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Drizzle the lemon butter mixture over the tilapia and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Try adding some sliced lemon on top for extra flavor.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg

Keywords: baked tilapia, lemon butter, quick dinner