Baked Lemon Garlic Butter Tilapia
Baked Lemon Garlic Butter Tilapia is a quick and flavorful dish that elevates any weeknight dinner or special occasion. This recipe combines tender tilapia fillets with zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and rich buttery goodness, delivering an exquisite taste experience with minimal effort. Perfectly flaky and complemented by vibrant parsley, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends without spending hours in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 1 lb)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat; add minced garlic and sauté until golden brown (1-2 minutes).
- Stir in lemon juice and pour half over the tilapia fillets in the baking dish. Season with salt and pepper, then drizzle remaining butter mixture on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (approx. 170g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Marinate tilapia for at least 15 minutes before baking for enhanced flavor. Substitute tilapia with cod or haddock if desired. For extra flavor, consider adding capers or fresh herbs.