Discover the Ultimate Oven-Baked Tilapia Recipe: Mouth-Watering Lemon Garlic Perfection

Baked tilapia could easily be the answer to your weeknight dinner woes. This fish has a mild taste that could win over even the most reluctant of seafood lovers. Plus, it's known for its quick cooking time and its ability to absorb flavors effortlessly. That's not all, baked tilapia comes out incredibly tender right out of the oven! Our recipe is straightforward and easy, so much so that we can guarantee you'll be out of the kitchen in under 30 minutes!

To make the dish bright and tantalizing, we cooked our fillets in a delicious combination of lemon, butter, and garlic. You won't have to worry about it sticking to your skillet or grill either, which is a total win-win situation. According to the USDA guidelines, the internal temperature of fish should reach 145°F for food safety. To check if yours is ready, use an instant-read thermometer or test for opaque flesh that flakes easily with a fork.

For serving ideas, there are many options to choose from. You could have it with a side of summer-fresh salads, delicious coconut rice, or the incredibly buttery garlic bread. So, what are you waiting for? Try out this recipe and feel free to share how it went in the comments below!

Editor's Note: The introduction to this recipe was updated on May 4, 2022, to include more information about the dish.

Yields: 4 serving(s)

Prep Time: 5 mins

Total Time: 20 mins

Cal/Serv: 220

Ingredients

4 (6 oz.) tilapia fillets

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

5 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes

Juice and zest from 1/2 lemon

1 lemon, sliced into rounds

Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish

Directions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Season the tilapia fillets with salt and black pepper and place them on a small baking sheet.

Step 2: In a small mixing bowl, mix together the melted butter, garlic, red pepper flakes, lemon juice, and zest. Drizzle the mixture generously over the fillets, making sure to coat them thoroughly. Place the lemon slices on top and around the fish.

Step 3: Bake the tilapia until it's fork-tender, usually between 10-12 minutes. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top and serve warm.

Nutrition (per serving): 220 calories, 21g protein, 1g carbohydrates, 0g fiber, 0g sugar, 15g fat, 10g saturated fat, 170mg sodium.

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