Description
A simple and flavorful oven-baked tilapia recipe that yields juicy, tender fish fillets with minimal effort. Perfect for a quick and healthy dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and place them on a greased baking dish.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the mixture evenly over both sides of the tilapia fillets.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- You can marinate the fillets for 30 minutes for extra flavor.
- Adjust seasonings based on your taste preference.
- Great served with steamed vegetables or rice.