Baked Lemon Herb Tilapia
10min
15min
1
926
Chef's Note
For the best flavor, try to use fresh herbs instead of dried if you have them on hand. You can substitute with 1 tablespoon fresh parsley and 1/2 tablespoon fresh dill. The lemon slices not only add flavor but also help keep the fish moist during baking.
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Ingredients
8 oz tilapia fillet
1 medium lemon
2 tsp olive oil
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried parsley
1/2 tsp dried dill
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 cup brown rice
2 cups broccoli florets
1 tsp butter
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- 2
Start cooking 1 cup of brown rice according to package instructions (typically 2 cups water to 1 cup rice, simmered for about 15 minutes).
- 3
Pat the 8 oz tilapia fillet dry with paper towels and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
- 4
In a small bowl, mix 2 tsp olive oil, juice from half the lemon (about 1 tablespoon), 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp dried parsley, 1/2 tsp dried dill, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- 5
Brush the herb mixture evenly over both sides of the tilapia fillet.
- 6
Slice the remaining half lemon into thin rounds and place them on top of the fish.
- 7
Bake the tilapia in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- 8
While the fish is baking, steam 2 cups of broccoli florets until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
- 9
Season the steamed broccoli with a pinch of salt and 1 tsp butter.
- 10
Serve the baked tilapia with the brown rice and broccoli on the side.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
926
74g
86g
32g
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