A burst of citrus, the richness of garlic, and the velvety touch of butter come together in this mouthwatering Lemon Garlic Butter Tilapia Fillets recipe. Perfect for a quick and delightful weeknight dinner!
Lemon Garlic Butter Tilapia Fillets
Ingredients
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the tilapia fillets in a baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Pour the butter mixture over the tilapia fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Nutritional Information (per serving): Calories: 280, Fat: 18g, Carbohydrates: 2g, Protein: 25g