Description

A simple and flavorful baked tilapia recipe featuring tender fillets seasoned with garlic, oregano, lemon juice, and olive oil. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, this dish is easy to prepare and cooks quickly in the oven.

Ingredients

Fish

4 fresh tilapia fillets (about 6 oz each)

Seasoning

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Prepare Fish: Rinse the tilapia fillets under cold water, then pat dry with paper towels. Arrange the fillets evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Season Fillets: Drizzle the olive oil over the fillets and then squeeze fresh lemon juice on top. Sprinkle garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper evenly across all fillets to ensure balanced flavor.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake the tilapia for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork, indicating it is fully cooked.
Serve: Optionally add a splash of lemon juice before serving. Enjoy the baked tilapia alongside steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.

Notes

Make sure not to overcook the tilapia to keep it moist and tender.
Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor impact.
Tilapia fillets can be substituted with other white fish like cod or haddock.
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix.