Tasty Tilapia Fillets

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these irresistible Tasty Tilapia Fillets, a quick and flavorful dish ready in under 25 minutes! This recipe features tender, golden-browned tilapia fillets seasoned with a delightful blend of garlic powder, paprika, and oregano, then finished in a luscious lemon-butter sauce infused with fresh parsley and fragrant garlic. Perfectly pan-seared in olive oil for a beautifully crisp exterior and served with lemon wedges for a zesty kick, this dish is both light and satisfying. Whether you're looking for a crowd-pleasing seafood recipe, a healthy dinner option, or a new way to enjoy fish, these tilapia fillets are guaranteed to impress. Pair them with steamed vegetables or fluffy rice to complete the meal, and savor the perfect balance of bold flavors and simplicity.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
• 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 3

Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over both sides of each tilapia fillet.

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, add the tilapia fillets to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until the fish is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.

Step 6

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter.

Step 7

Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 8

Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley, cooking for another 30 seconds to combine the flavors.

Step 9

Return the cooked tilapia fillets to the skillet, spooning the lemon butter sauce over the top to coat the fish.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from the heat and serve the tilapia immediately with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	552.1 grams (552.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	827

Total Fat 39.60g	51%
Saturated Fat 8.40g	42%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 228mg	76%
Sodium 1423mg	62%
Total Carbohydrate 15.40g	6%
Dietary Fiber 4.70g	17%
Total Sugars 4.30g
Protein 106.60g	213%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 148mg	11%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 1998mg	43%

*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: 42.2%

Protein: 50.5%

Carbs: 7.3%