Easy Tilapia

Delight your taste buds with this quick and flavorful Easy Tilapia recipe, perfect for busy weeknights or a light and healthy dinner. Featuring tender tilapia fillets seasoned with a simple yet robust spice blend of paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, this dish comes together in just 15 minutes from start to finish. A quick sear in olive oil gives the fish a golden, flaky texture, while a squeeze of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty brightness. Garnished with optional fresh parsley, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal. With minimal prep, simple ingredients, and bold flavors, this easy tilapia recipe is a go-to choice for seafood lovers and anyone seeking a nutritious, hassle-free dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 piece Fresh lemon
• 2 teaspoons Chopped parsley (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the tilapia fillets.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, place the tilapia fillets in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side without moving them.

Step 6

Carefully flip the fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the fish is flaky and cooked through.

Step 7

Remove from heat and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the cooked tilapia.

Step 8

Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as rice or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	500.5 grams (500.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	814

Total Fat 39.40g	51%
Saturated Fat 8.40g	42%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 228mg	76%
Sodium 1414mg	61%
Total Carbohydrate 11.70g	4%
Dietary Fiber 3.40g	12%
Total Sugars 1.90g
Protein 105.90g	212%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 90mg	7%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 1740mg	37%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.0%

Protein: 51.3%

Carbs: 5.7%