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Healthy baked tilapia topped with garlic, herbs, and lemon on a white plate with cherry tomatoes and fresh parsley

Healthy Baked Tilapia Recipe

This healthy baked tilapia is an easy, high-protein dinner made with tender tilapia fillets, garlic, butter, lemon juice, and simple herbs. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's a light, flavorful meal that's perfect with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tilapia fillets
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 tablespoons butter melted
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Place the tilapia fillets in a baking dish.
  • Season each fillet with salt, black pepper, oregano, paprika, and thyme.
  • Mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
  • Pour the butter mixture evenly over the fish.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  • Serve immediately.
Keyword baked tilapia