Description
Crispy Herb Crusted Tilapia transforms weeknight dinners into extraordinary culinary experiences. This dish features tender tilapia fillets coated in a crunchy herb-infused panko crust, offering a delightful combination of textures and flavors. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, it’s quick to prepare and pairs beautifully with salads or roasted vegetables, making it an ideal choice for busy evenings or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, parsley, dill, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pat tilapia fillets dry and drizzle both sides with olive oil. Coat them in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange fillets on the prepared baking sheet with space in between.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve warm with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tilapia fillet (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg