Tilapia for Dummies

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with "Tilapia for Dummies," an effortlessly simple and delicious recipe perfect for beginners and seasoned cooks alike. In just 15 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality meal with tender, flaky tilapia fillets seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cooked to golden perfection in olive oil, these fillets are topped with a refreshing squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of flavor. With minimal prep and maximum taste, this foolproof recipe is ideal for busy weeknights and pairs beautifully with a side of steamed veggies or rice. Whether you're new to cooking or looking for a quick, healthy dinner idea, this easy skillet tilapia recipe is guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 fillets Tilapia fillets
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 whole Lemon
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the tilapia fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Brush both sides of the fillets with olive oil.

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes.

Step 6

Place the tilapia fillets in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on the first side until the edges appear opaque.

Step 7

Flip the fillets carefully using a spatula and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Step 8

Remove the fillets from the skillet and transfer them to a serving plate.

Step 9

Squeeze the juice of the lemon over the cooked tilapia fillets for a fresh, zesty flavor.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	503.2 grams (503.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	808

Total Fat 39.40g	51%
Saturated Fat 8.40g	42%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 228mg	76%
Sodium 1414mg	61%
Total Carbohydrate 10.10g	4%
Dietary Fiber 3.20g	11%
Total Sugars 1.80g
Protein 105.80g	212%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 85mg	7%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 1756mg	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: 43.3%

Protein: 51.7%

Carbs: 4.9%