Tilapia with Salsa Butter
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this quick and flavorful Tilapia with Salsa Butter recipe, a perfect blend of simplicity and gourmet flair. Featuring tender pan-seared tilapia fillets seasoned with paprika and black pepper, this dish is topped with a luxurious salsa butter sauce that combines creamy melted butter with zesty salsa for an irresistible kick. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy families seeking a healthy, high-protein option without sacrificing taste. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served with optional lemon wedges, this recipe pairs beautifully with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad. Whether you're looking for an easy seafood recipe or a bold new way to enjoy tilapia, this dish delivers vibrant flavor in every bite!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tilapia fillets
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Butter
- 0.25 cup Salsa (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Season both sides of the tilapia fillets with salt, ground black pepper, and paprika.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Place the tilapia fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is golden brown. Remove the cooked fillets from the skillet and set aside on a serving plate.
Step 4
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the butter. Melt the butter and stir in the salsa, whisking until well combined to create a smooth salsa butter sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to warm through.
Step 5
Carefully pour the salsa butter over the tilapia fillets on the serving plate.
Step 6
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lemon wedges on the side, if desired.
Step 7
Enjoy your Tilapia with Salsa Butter while it's hot!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 613.5 grams (613.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1228 |
| Total Fat 85.30g | 109% |
| Saturated Fat 34.00g | 170% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g | |
| Cholesterol 360mg | 120% |
| Sodium 3212mg | 140% |
| Total Carbohydrate 10.90g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.40g | 12% |
| Total Sugars 4.80g | |
| Protein 106.10g | 212% |
| Vitamin D 9IU | 45% |
| Calcium 85mg | 7% |
| Iron 4mg | 19% |
| Potassium 1780mg | 38% |
Source of Calories