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A serving of perfectly baked tilapia seasoned with herbs.

Quick way to grow 3 perfect Baked Tilapia

This recipe provides a quick and easy way to bake three perfect tilapia fillets.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 3 fillets
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 Tilapia fillets
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 Lemon juiced
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Small bowl
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy texture.
Seasoning & Baking
  1. Drizzle both sides of the tilapia fillets with olive oil and squeeze fresh lemon juice over them.
  2. In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper, then sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the fillets.
  3. Place the seasoned tilapia in the prepared baking dish and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes and a garnish of fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning blend. Cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of your fillets; ensure the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).