Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Tilapia in Roasted Pepper Sauce—a delicious dish that combines flaky tilapia fillets with a sweet and savory roasted pepper sauce. Enhanced by fresh garlic, onions, and a splash of lemon juice, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner. Each bite brings an explosion of color and flavor that will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 1 lb)
- 2 large red bell peppers (sliced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Wash and slice the red bell peppers into strips, discarding seeds and stems. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Toss sliced bell peppers with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and salt on a baking sheet. Roast for about 20 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté chopped onions until soft (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Stir in the roasted peppers, salt, pepper, and lemon juice to the skillet. Let everything cook together for another 3-5 minutes.
- Gently place tilapia fillets into the skillet among the veggies. Cover and cook for approximately 6-8 minutes until fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Sprinkle fresh basil over the top before serving. Enjoy hot over rice or alongside crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 70mg