Description
Baked Lemon Garlic Butter Tilapia is a delightful dish that combines the freshness of lemon with the richness of garlic butter, resulting in a meal that’s both simple and impressive. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe ensures your family and friends will be asking for more. With its flaky texture and vibrant flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 1 pound total)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels; season with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, melt butter in the microwave or stovetop; mix in minced garlic and half of the lemon juice.
- Pour the garlic butter mixture over the fillets, ensuring even coverage.
- Top each fillet with lemon slices for added flavor.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (approx. 4 oz)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg